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Charles River Laboratories

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Some great people but wouldn't recommend the company particularly - Anonymous employee Charles River Laboratories Employee Review

3.0
13 Mar 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

There are some great people that work there, they were always supportive of flexible working in my role

Cons

Management could be difficult to work with, would make changes to processes and not manage the change effectively American owned so they do give you the bare minimum in terms of annual leave etc.

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5.0
12 June 2026
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Pros

Great place to work. Work/life balance is best I've been part of.

Cons

Very big company, don't always know who to go to

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Charles River Laboratories Response
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We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying your time at Charles River! Your contributions make a difference, and we’re grateful to have you on the team.
2.0
24 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The people you work with under the leadership level are great and truly try their best every day to do the best job they possibly can.

Cons

Everyone is severely underpaid for the amount of work they’re expected to do. People will quit/be fired/laid off and no additional help is provided. Those who remain are expected to pick up all of the slack. Leadership is variable on the day-to-day but you never truly feel supported or like your problems are taken seriously enough to resolve. Individuals are actively urged not to present counter job offers as a way to negotiate higher pay or a different position because “the site head doesn’t like it”.

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