Friendly, fun place to work but not progressive - Anonymous employee Diageo Employee Review

3.0
Aug 29, 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Friendly, fun place with switched-on people Stock allowance included in package and free bar on site Cool, creative office Interesting work in some areas

Cons

Very traditional marketing/FMCG so slow moving Challenging customers and market Senior management very political / non-transparent and have their 'favourites' Limited head room to grow as leader in business unless willing to move overseas

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Cons

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