stressful work environment - Associate Director Otsuka Employee Review

1.0
Jul 5, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

there are really none to speak of. Salary is OK, benefits average. Lot's of vacation days, but don't expect to be able to actually use them.

Cons

Senior leadership has no vision, claim to be innovators, but are really following the pack. Work life balance is very, very bad. It is not how you perform it is who you kiss up to. HR department is a disaster. It seems just about everyone has a directory title, but no direct reports or department. IT department has been a mess since last CIO left the company. The company depends on contractors and in some cases they get better treatment and opportunities then the direct hires. Very high turnover rate, causes heavy workload on those who are staying.

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5.0
Jul 8, 2026
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Pros

Highly collaborative environment with intelligent colleagues. Senior Leadership are supportive and encourage ownership.

Cons

There are a lot of meetings, some of which can feel redundant.

5.0
Jul 6, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I've been a full-time employee for about three months after converting to an FTE role, and I don't regret the decision one bit. The company culture is outstanding, and it's clear that leadership genuinely cares about the success and development of its employees. There are plenty of opportunities for learning, growth, and career advancement. The people are supportive, collaborative, and invested in helping one another succeed. It's a place where you feel valued and encouraged to do your best work.

Cons

The company has been somewhat slower than some competitors in embracing AI and driving AI-related innovation, although meaningful progress is being made. Change can also take time, particularly among more tenured employees who are accustomed to established ways of working. That said, the growing mix of experienced employees and newer talent is helping accelerate positive change and bring fresh perspectives.

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