Unclear goals and lack of direction - Onboarding Manager AXA Employee Review

1.0
19 Feb 2024
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Pros

Friendly culture. Employees are nice enough

Cons

Unclear goals. The culture of the company is that they are not open to new processes and would immediately say no to proposals that aims to replace existing process. They also set unclear goals without proper onboarding and say you failed to meet expectations. The manager also said she didn't have time to equip me and expects the role to be plug and play. The irony of this is that it was an HR position that supposedly advocates for growth and learning. Don't work here. It might end your career

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3.0
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Pros

Strong work–life balance: Working hours are generally reasonable, and personal time is respected. Stable and reputable company: AXA is a well-established global organization with long-term stability. Clear processes and governance: Well-defined procedures help reduce ambiguity and manage risk effectively. Global exposure: Opportunity to work with international teams and align with global standards. Professional working environment: Emphasis on compliance, ethics, and accountability. Learning opportunities: Access to training, documentation, and structured knowledge resources. Predictable workload: Less firefighting compared to fast-paced startups.

Cons

Slow decision-making: Multiple approval layers can delay execution and innovation. Limited flexibility in processes: Strong governance may feel restrictive for employees who prefer autonomy. Compensation growth can be gradual: Salary increases and promotions may be slower compared to startups or tech firms. Change management can be conservative: Adopting new tools or approaches often takes time. Bureaucracy: Documentation and compliance requirements can feel heavy at times. Innovation pace varies by team: Some teams move faster than others depending on leadership and region.

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