Syngenta reviews

4.1

81% would recommend to a friend

(1,919 total reviews)
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Jeff Rowe

79% approve of CEO

59% positive business outlook

Syngenta has an employee rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 1,919 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Syngenta employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Agriculture industry (3.7 stars).

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1.0
Feb 10, 2025

Negative Experience

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Pros

As a company, this is a solid organization with a highly competitive compensation package. In addition to an attractive salary, it also offers a range of additional benefits that make it a generally appealing place to work.

Cons

However, a lot depends on the department and the manager you are assigned to. In my personal case, the experience was very negative. I had left a stable position at another company where I was highly valued, and the work environment was excellent. At first, my transition into this company seemed fine, but over time, my direct manager—who was not a specialist in any software-related field and had no formal background in software development—began to display unprofessional and overly aggressive behavior. His attitude seemed aimed at pushing me to leave the company rather than fostering a constructive work environment. Additionally, the company is currently undergoing a restructuring process, which has led to numerous layoffs and financial performance below expectations. I have also seen similar concerns mentioned in other reviews. This company, as a whole, has strong fundamentals and solid benefits. However, the management quality varies greatly depending on the department and, more importantly, the manager you end up working under. Poor management can make or break your experience here, and in some cases, certain individuals may lack the necessary skills to effectively lead a team.

1.0
Feb 9, 2025

Disastrous

Recommend
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Pros

Nice staff restaurant, good quality office in Basel

Cons

Insane management. No accountability for poor decision making, no oversight on expenditure, people are promoted based on friendships with management rather than merit or achievements. High turnover, no support for career development. The most disorganised company I've ever experienced; it would be entirely unsurprising if the company goes bankrupt in the next few years.

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