Politics, inadequate pay, poor work/life balance - Consultant FTI Consulting Employee Review

2.0
16 Oct 2019
Recommend
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Pros

- Diverse range of work and ability to move around teams if desired - Social events are very nice

Cons

- Pay is way below industry average, especially given the lack of work/life balance - PTO is not respected and is almost irrelevant - Promotions are very tough to get and very political. You are completely at the mercy of your manager. If they don't like you, you might as well leave the firm. - There is no training to grow staff. Even when it is available, you aren't allowed to participate unless it's a very special situation - Unethical place to work. I've seen countless examples of dishonest work, not to mention the multiple times the firm has been in the news for unethical behavior - No brand name. Nobody knows about FTI unless they are in the restructuring space. Completely irrelevant as a strategy firm.

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Pros

* Strong brand recognition and an impressive roster of clients and projects. * Opportunity to work with talented colleagues across multiple business segments. * Exposure to a fast-paced environment that provides significant professional growth and learning opportunities.

Cons

* Lack of consistent leadership visibility and clear strategic direction across parts of the organization. * Communication from senior leadership can be limited, leaving employees without a clear understanding of priorities and long-term goals. * Decision-making often feels reactive rather than proactive. * Accountability and partnership are inconsistent across teams and business segments. * Employees may not always feel adequately supported when raising concerns or navigating challenging situations. * Leadership teams are often stretched thin, which can impact coaching, communication, and overall employee support. * Performance evaluation and promotion processes can lack transparency, making it difficult to understand how decisions are made. * Employee experiences can vary significantly depending on team, manager, and business segment. * Opportunities for feedback exist, but employees do not always see meaningful action taken in response to recurring concerns. * Collaboration and cross-functional alignment can be challenging at times due to differing priorities and expectations.

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