Bureaucratic, but a great place to work - Project Manager ADM Employee Review

5.0
17 Aug 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great 2nd Pillar contribution (among the best in the industry), good work-life balance, nice new offices and decent work flexibility / work benefits (e.g. health insurance). The company is expanding its Swiss office since a few years, centralizing the top level management of Europe in Switzerland. For the first time they are seriously investing outside of the USA and it actually feels like a thriving company with a clear, new strategy.

Cons

Do not expect a fast "automatic" career. ADM is a slow growth, dividend paying giant. In this environment you will need to work a lot of politics to make career. If you want to be promoted with seniority, go work at Amazon. Also, salary needs to be negotiated because HR will always try to low-ball you at the beginning. But they do have the money and try to attract talents, so you can negotiate.

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5.0
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Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

It’s okay overall. Pay is competitive

Cons

Culture expects lots of movement

2.0
5 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

You have the opportunity to see the direct impact of your work across different locations and interact with people from a wide range of backgrounds. The role also allows you to build strong, genuine relationships with colleagues working alongside you day to day.

Cons

There is a noticeable lack of transparency within the organization. Communication from senior team members can be inconsistent, and at times feels misaligned with their actions. Recognition and positive feedback are limited, particularly outside of established internal circles. The company’s technology and processes can be outdated and overly complex, which can hinder efficiency. Additionally, the organizational structure is quite hierarchical, and there appears to be limited initiative from leadership to drive meaningful change. The role often extends beyond typical analyst responsibilities, requiring significant emotional labor in addition to technical work.

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