Senior leaders don't care about employees - Product Director AstraZeneca Employee Review

2.0
Aug 1, 2023
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Pros

Nice colleagues and relaxed company culture. Lots of internal secondment opportunities if you have clinical experience. Offer relocation packages to Cambridge

Cons

Must go to the office 3 times a week and no flexibility on that even though you can apply to work flexibly which, is usually declined and then you can't request for flexible work again within 12 months. Will not receive bonuses or will be fired (US colleagues) if you do not comply with working 3 days in the office. Capacity issues with office spaces, parking, wifi etc. being heard across various offices. Poor pay rises No promotional prospects and no clear guidelines provided on how promotions work. Everyone seems overworked and unhappy with much lower satisfaction scores this year.

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5.0
Jun 8, 2026
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Pros

Great benefits, good pay, healthy growth potential

Cons

Big company, not the most flexibility

5.0
Apr 22, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I imagine this is very dependent on line management but I find my team and supervisors to be true champions of a high performing and highly compassionate work culture. I find my work challenging and rewarding, and have had opportunities to learn and grow and be rewarded and recognized for my output. No job is perfect but I’m truly happy to work here and at a time when AZ is truly rising like a rocket.

Cons

Like any massive global corporate entity, things can sometimes move slowly and it can be challenging to navigate a high number of constantly evolving priorities and initiatives. That being said, AZ is very clear about its north stars and values which makes it possible to prioritize work that has the most impact and alignment with the company’s ambition and business prerogatives. 60% office attendance policy is also a bit funny when oftentimes I am on Teams calls with colleagues sitting in other areas of the world.

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