Concerning Culture and Environment - Anonymous employee Solvay Employee Review

1.0
Jun 21, 2021
Anonymous employee
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Pros

They often pay very high if they initially want to hire someone. However, this will eventually become a problem if they later decide they are paying too much. There are good people at the working level.

Cons

Note there is a new CEO who is not the one listed currently on Glassdoor. The image put forth externally and even to the broad organization by the new CEO seems to be very positive and encouraging. However, behavior of top management and execution of their strategy is in total contradiction. They have said that people are important and have a outlined corporate principles related to this that are good. Again however, the top management is carrying out an execution order type plan where they are eliminating roles not related to performance but more likely numbers on a spreadsheet. This is becoming widespread and new hires should be very concerned with this as they have been doing this every two years with new "buzz" terms such as "oxygen", "we shape" but are really just code for position eliminate and yet another restructuring. The morale of the company and those who have remained is quickly falling and it is concerning for those still in this environment. The top HR management, particularly in the US, is not supporting the people. Do your homework and beware if you are considering a position here. There are many other companies hiring now with much better reputations.

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Great Company treats employees with respect.

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Solvay Response
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Thank you very much. The advice and comments of our people are very important to us. At Solvay, we strive every day to create the best career development. We implemented career discussion during quarter and yearly performance reviews, helping our employees to create their own path: you will find what you need to chart your own course and potentially even take on a leadership role, with the resources and support to turn possibilities into achievements. You are the architect of your journey, and we are here to support you every step of the way.. Wishing you a successful professional career.
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I have no pros that I can think of

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Solvay Response
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We are grateful for your contribution, that will help us improve. Your insights and feedback on recognition and belonging are important to us, and will help in refining our internal policies to ensure every member of Solvay feels valued and supported. Thanks for your crucial contribution and best of luck for the future.
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