Not Bad - Administrative Assistant Merck Employee Review

3.0
14 Jan 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The people are the most important factor all; the location was great, benefits are very good since it is a drug company; the hours were reasonable most of the time; vacation time is good; medicial and dental good; it is not quite what people say it used to be but still overalll a pretty decent work atmosphere to be in; pension isn't bad either

Cons

cost cutting measures; layoffs; management isn't always so perfect; declining benefits from years past; high turnover in certain areas; low morale; people are always talking about how it used to be better than it is now

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Cons

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Pros

Over my tenure, I had the opportunity to work alongside highly talented and mission-driven colleagues dedicated to improving patient outcomes. The organization provided exposure to cross-functional collaboration, leadership development opportunities, and meaningful work supporting healthcare providers, patients, and community stakeholders. I appreciated the company's commitment to innovation, professional growth, and serving patients through scientific advancement.

Cons

Like many large organizations, priorities and organizational structures evolved over time, which occasionally created uncertainty and changes in responsibilities. Decision-making processes could sometimes be complex due to the size of the organization, and navigating multiple layers of stakeholders occasionally impacted speed and execution.

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