Pros
My experience here helped me get my jobs after, somewhat.
They don't charge for the coffee in the pantry.
Other pros of working here include:
Salary (per written contract) was paid on time and basic administrative processes functioned.
EPF was paid accordingly
Annual leave met the statutory requirements.
Generally I was able to take planned leave.
Standard work laptop was provided, even if it's old it works.
Some in management showed a high level of care and personal interest in employees’ lives which was sweet
Cons
Writing the following based on my personal experience.
In one instance, a team-building meeting I attended featured what appeared to be a sharing session about an external paid health and wellness programme for weight loss, which did not seem directly work-related. This holistic wellness opportunity was pitched as part of our professional development and team bonding activities.
Governance and internal processes (e.g. grievance handling, ethical guidelines) were rarely enforced which made it difficult to work here towards the end.
Communication around contract terms, salary bands, role expectations, or even daily work can be ambiguous and shifts, which made it difficult to rely on anything heard.
Workplace boundaries were at times uncomfortable. I was often asked detailed personal questions (health, personal doctor's name, relationships, etc.), and politely declining to answer had some negative social consequences for me.
Favouritism appeared to influence recognition, accountability, and progression more than performance.
Instances such as unpaid, after-work, or out-of-pocket “mandatory” team activities and lack of replacement leave added to the overall dissatisfaction.
Limited opportunities for skill development or meaningful career progression. Compensation growth appeared closely tied to promotions, with little flexibility otherwise.