Forced to cut staff to increase the bottom line; presumptious review. Diversity is tolerated to attract clients. - Manager, Secretarial Services Ropes & Gray Employee Review

3.0
Aug 3, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Benefits are decent. Good retirement package. Exercise facilities on-site Chance to connect personally with long-time employees. Communication about review process "getting better"

Cons

Always wondering if you are going to make it to retirement. Assigned too many senseless "projects" Long-time employees, associates and partners being forced out. Review process is based on firm bottom line

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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
Apr 12, 2026
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Pros

The OGC department is ok/fair to work in. Remote option is still available if an argument can be made. Some of the newer management is amazing and forward looking. Seems like a lot of room for opportunities especially with the surge of AI. The best time to work here was the first year, second year tapered down and it seems like HR forces management to lessen “good” end of year ratings. There is a new system for goals (SSP/ strategic priorities) which seems pretty exciting if it’s taken seriously.

Cons

Bonus is incredibly minimal, less than a normal paycheck. Work can seem very tedious, and repetitive. Training is poor and all over the place, very unorganized. There is no room for growth in this department, suggestions have been made to create new roles that are more specific rather than “analyst”. The term “analyst” is used to load on as much work as possible with no distinction of “stretch” job duties.

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