Not what it used to be - Analyst Cheniere Energy Employee Review

3.0
2 Aug 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Compensation (especially STI and LTI) is very competitive. Some teams are great, and most of the work locations are very nice (which is important, given that *some* employees are expected to be in the office 5 days a week without exception).

Cons

There is no hybrid / remote arrangement, but worse, most groups have very little flexibility in general; even personal commitments like doctors appointments, home maintenance, family / school obligations, etc are very micromanaged, regardless of the individuals performance and time management. This con is made even worse by the fact that some groups do not have this issue, and are allowed whatever flexibility they need, because it's technically at "manager discretion" - but it's all about who your management hierarchy is. Overall, leadership has made it abundantly clear that everyone is expected in the office for every working hour, and you must manage your personal life outside of work in a way to accommodate that expectation. This results in a terrible workplace culture for certain demographics, especially any employee who is a primary care giver. Individual contributors don't have a voice or a seat at the table to communicate these issues (no engagement surveys, little opportunity to interface with leadership, etc), and if management and leadership are already aware of them, they seem to do anything they can to ignore or find a scapegoat for this issue. Other cons include frequently changing leadership and management due to turnover, overzealous timelines demanded by leadership, very lean teams, little to no career advancement opportunities, and a serious "this is the way it's always been done" attitude.

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5.0
26 Nov 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Smart leadership Lean environment so good exposure to upper level management Pay - Salary, Stock, and Bonus are really good Good benefits Great place to learn

Cons

Lean environment so promotions and career progression are hard to come by Not all teams function the same

2.0
26 May 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Location - bonus potential - resume builder

Cons

Cheniere Energy holds a strong presence in the LNG market, with operations that are central to U.S. energy exports. However, behind the company’s market success lies an internal culture—particularly within gas scheduling—that is marked by serious dysfunction and mismanagement. The gas scheduling team operates in a high-pressure environment made worse by toxic leadership. Management is often aggressive and confrontational rather than constructive, creating a culture of fear rather than collaboration. Constructive feedback is rare; instead, blame-shifting and public criticism are common. Leadership routinely demonstrates poor communication skills and a lack of understanding of day-to-day scheduling challenges. Favoritism is another consistent issue—certain individuals are given latitude to underperform or behave unprofessionally while others are held to inconsistent standards. This uneven accountability erodes team morale and discourages excellence. Work-life balance is practically nonexistent. Long hours are expected, with little regard for personal boundaries, and there is a pervasive culture of guilt associated with using PTO or prioritizing life outside of work. Burnout is common, and there is little to no support from management in mitigating it. As a result, turnover is high. Talented individuals either leave voluntarily or are quietly pushed out. New hires often arrive unprepared and unsupported, which further exacerbates the operational strain. Within the industry, Cheniere is increasingly seen as a revolving door for schedulers, and its reputation among professionals has suffered accordingly. In summary, while Cheniere’s external brand reflects success and market strength, the internal experience for gas scheduling professionals tells a very different story—one defined by poor leadership, favoritism, toxic culture, a lack of work-life balance, and unsustainable turnover. Candidates considering this role should proceed with caution and be prepared for a challenging and often thankless environment.

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