Straight and demanding - Anonymous employee Novartis Employee Review

3.0
3 Sept 2012
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- People are usually very straight - Clear measurements - clear expectations - Looking for opportunities and innovation

Cons

- Low level of salary increases: Only if you change job - Talent Management organisation exists - but they are not moving anything forward - Very demanding: Working 15-18 hours a day is normal - In case you do not meet the numbers - it is over

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