So much appreciation for the outstanding work this company does - GP rocks!
Pros
I was employed at GP in a junior position for about a year and consider my employment at GP as very positive and successful! The below are a couple of examples that I think really describe the outstanding and unique character of GP: - What really attracted me to GP was the amazing team. The company is not only preaching but also practicing an open and flat hierarchy. Nicole Sahin and the rest of the Management Team are exercising an open door policy where everybody can approach them independently of their role within the company. This is something I highly value and appreciated during my time at GP! In addition to the fantastic Management Team, the different departments and employees at GP are outstanding as well. I was lucky to be able to work with many different departments and people, who were inspiring personalities, and all very committed to GP and their work. The team spirit at GP goes beyond what I knew before, and I consider this one of the highest values of the company. - The work at GP is highly diverse. As the company is operating internationally, you get in touch with many different countries, international regulations and cultures, so that every day is exciting and a new adventure. My focus was on Europe/ Germany and I have gained a lot of additional knowledge regrading German and international HR, which will certainly be super useful in my future career. - In addition to those characteristics, GP is also very committed towards their employees and society in general. One example is the so-called „Lunch and Learn“. During this event, the whole company gets together, lunch is provided and co-workers or external people talk about their experiences or travels. One speech that really inspired me was by Francis Bok, a native of South Sudan, who was a slave for several years but is now living in the US and fighting against slavery and for the freedom of his country of origin. He came by and told us the moving story how he was captures, how he experienced his time as a slave, how he was able to escape, and ultimately also informed us about his current life and work. Having the chance to meet such great personalities at your work place is really unique, and a sign for the true global engagement of GP.
Cons
Personally, I would not consider this a con, but this company moves fast. If you like to work in an unchanged and slow environment, GP might probably not be the right choice for you. It is exciting to be part of this fast moving company, but you need to be ready and dedicated to contribute to this change. If you do, GP offers you a fantastic and exciting work environment.
