Good opportunity, if you can deal with the pressure.. - Director of IT Novartis Employee Review

4.0
Aug 18, 2008
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Opportunities for advancement are great.. if you're willing to put in the hours, and especially, if you're internationally mobile. The compensation (salary/benefits) are good. The company is engaged in work that makes a difference in people's lives.

Cons

Extremely high expectations to do more with minimal additional resources. The pressure to deliver more consistently is great. "Raise the bar" is a catch-phrase that sets the tone from senior management.

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Cons

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Pros

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Cons

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