Great pay and benefits, but rigid onsite policy - Associate Director Exelixis Employee Review

Competitive Bay Area pay, great campus, excellent employee benefits, and accessible HQ in Alameda overlooking the water (close to OAK airport). In addition to a Winter Shutdown, they've added a Summer Shutdown, so it's a great time for employees to recharge. There are opportunities for growth and development if you are proactive and seek them out. In my time here, there have been changes and reorgs, but for good reasons and in line with the business's needs. I enjoy working here and have found a great community of colleagues. The company is also very heavily invested in community outreach and giving.

Exelixis is a 5-day onsite company, and for those wondering if it is enforced, yes, it is. That said, it's a modern, beautiful campus with a nice fitness center and a subsidized cafeteria. They offer commuter benefits and even carpooling programs among colleagues, in addition to a shuttle from the Peninsula.

Comp and benefits: Pay, bonus, equity (ESPP, RSU, PSU, LTIP) very generous. Work life balance: Beautiful new building on the bay, nice views and climate. Onsite gym and cafeteria. 5 days a week onsite with flexibility, both a summer shutdown and a winter shutdown. Commuter benefits such as vanpool and BART. Culture and values: colleagues feel like family. The value of the company is to help patients recover stronger and live longer, and that's huge if being part of a bigger cause is important to you. Diversity and inclusion - Differences are celebrated. Career opportunities - If you wait around for your manager to promote you then it will take a while to happen anywhere. There's plenty of career opportunities in Exelixis, and every time I've shown interest, I've been given new opportunities. Senior management: It's easy to know the leaders at Exelixis, they're very approachable. People here are smart and passionate people that are shaping the future of this company.

Not everyone is suited to work here, because the company hires and retains high achievers. If you're a high achiever then this is a pro instead of a con, as you will get to work with similar, driven people.