Abusive narcissistic line managers - Senior Scientist AstraZeneca Employee Review

2.0
15 Nov 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Many great coworker experts in all relevant subjects. Overall friendly and collaborative working environment. Good benefit. Good diversified food in Cafeteria.

Cons

Very abusive narcissistic demanding managers, They make sure to let me feel my workload is never heavy enough, my work done is never good enough, and my accomplishment is never mine. Only the bonus and deadline matters to the mangers, not the workers' well being. The worst position I have held regarding mental health. If it were not for the high salary, I would have left. But how much cost it could be if I fall in mentally ill. Maybe I was just super unlucky. But I heard many other coworkers complain about the poor management as well, especially in recent months this year.

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Cons

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Pros

I imagine this is very dependent on line management but I find my team and supervisors to be true champions of a high performing and highly compassionate work culture. I find my work challenging and rewarding, and have had opportunities to learn and grow and be rewarded and recognized for my output. No job is perfect but I’m truly happy to work here and at a time when AZ is truly rising like a rocket.

Cons

Like any massive global corporate entity, things can sometimes move slowly and it can be challenging to navigate a high number of constantly evolving priorities and initiatives. That being said, AZ is very clear about its north stars and values which makes it possible to prioritize work that has the most impact and alignment with the company’s ambition and business prerogatives. 60% office attendance policy is also a bit funny when oftentimes I am on Teams calls with colleagues sitting in other areas of the world.

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