Two cultures (Russian/US) not always in Sync, management directionally challenged and top heavy - Anonymous employee Parallels Employee Review

3.0
Mar 19, 2015
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Thankfully not overly matrixed. Pay/benefits is better than most organizations of this size. Work/life balance fairly balanced with no expectation of ongoing weekend work.

Cons

Two cultures (Russian/US) with Russian culture favored. Leadership vision/direction/mandate doesn't filter down. Management is top heavy - the amount of VP's, Directors and Managers is extraordinary. Company is reactive vs. proactive in strategy.

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