A place where they truly value their employees - Principal HR Program Manager Alaska Airlines Employee Review

5.0
17 Apr 2025
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Pros

I’ve had the privilege of working at Alaska Airlines, and I cannot speak highly enough about the experience. The company consistently demonstrates inclusiveness, creating an environment where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone feels like they belong. The leadership team is equally remarkable—great managers provide genuine mentorship, fostering an atmosphere of collaboration and respect. Growth opportunities abound at Alaska Airlines, with clear paths for professional development and internal mobility. Employees are encouraged to thrive, both personally and professionally, and the resources provided empower individuals to achieve their goals. Employee experience is a top priority at Alaska Airlines. From work-life balance initiatives to recognition programs, the company goes above and beyond to ensure its people feel supported and appreciated. The same care extends to its candidate experience—recruitment processes are smooth, transparent, and respectful of applicants’ time and efforts. Joining Alaska Airlines means becoming part of a culture that values its people and strives for excellence at every turn. It’s been a transformative journey, and I wholeheartedly recommend Alaska Airlines as a place to build a rewarding career.

Cons

While growth opportunities are present, the trajectory can sometimes feel unstructured, leaving employees to navigate their paths independently. This aspect might require extra initiative and self-direction to fully capitalize on the opportunities available.

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3.0
5 June 2026
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Pros

Good work environment and culture. Leadership is strong.

Cons

Terrible compensation practice. Outdated approach, especially with corporate back office roles. Leaders have zero say in salaries. The compensation team has an outdated approach to pay and are not open to stay with the current market trends and challenging to partner with. There needs to be a willingness to change and align with the local job market. There needs to be an openness to listen to leaders' input. Its hard to hire and hard to attract retain good employees when we are competing with local employers in the Seattle area that offer better pay. It is very challenging to work with a compensation leader and team that do not listen.

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