Pros
N/A in my opinion. See below.
Cons
If you’re contemplating working for COMSOL – make sure you know what they really stand for: “C” stands for, by far, the worst CEO I’ve personally ever encountered. On the off chance he’s not working out of the Tortola “office”, he can probably be found: sending offensive company-wide emails, making degrading comments to anyone who happens to be in the vicinity (especially to women it seems), and making important business decisions based on whatever mood he’s in. “O” stands for the lack of Opportunity at this company. Unless you’re Swedish, a family member, or have been able to withstand the company for 10+ years – there is zero opportunity for upward mobility. “M” stands for an entire Management team that has no clue what’s going on at any given time. To be fair, the CEO does run the company on whims so things can change weekly, daily, or at any given moment. Even so, it does not excuse the rest of management to be clueless, condescending, and uncommunicative. Managers should be chosen to listen, lead, and inspire their employees (not just given the title because they feel they deserve it). Most managers at this company constantly talk down to their employees and ignore any feedback they’re given (it’s very “their way or the highway” type mentality). The management team also has no spine and constantly lets the CEO and his family members push them around (nepotism at its finest). “S” stands for stagnant Salaries. If you’re still considering working here – consider this: most employees are seriously underpaid and raises are an insulting joke. You’ll also receive a $100 holiday bonus, less than average health benefits, and no matching 401k. In this day and age, there are so many other companies that value their employees and their salaries, benefits, 401k, bonus packages, etc. reflect it (run, don’t walk, to other job opportunities). “O” also stands for a toxic Office environment. Not only does nepotism and department in-fighting run deep, but not all employees are treated equal. Some people seem to socialize all day (without penalty), while others are “chained” to their desks and unfairly reprimanded if they dare talk/collaborate with anyone outside their department. This unwillingness to promote fair treatment of all employees, and on top of that, discourage department collaboration, is: petty, controlling, and a huge reason so many people are unhappy and leaving the company left and right. “L” stands for Life in work-life balance. This one small positive does not negate everything else wrong with this company, but it’s a very regimented 8-5 job that allows you to maintain some sort of sanity outside your daily nine hours of suffering.
