Down hill - Actuary Prudential Employee Review

1.0
Jul 1, 2017
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

4% match on 401k good low cost index funds in 401k Small pension Up to 30 ptos/year Decent maturity and paternity leave Work from home allowed Work life balance depends on work group

Cons

Leadership turnover in past 5 to 7 years has ushered in a series of bad decision-making which bare out in the bottom line results. I.e. inconsistent strategies, market event reactive instead of firm and steady, extensive use of expensive consultants, over staffing followed by layoffs, ... A hot mess as they say. Discriminatory practices, promotions linked to friendship and nepotism.

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Cons

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Pros

Solid benefits package, manageable workload. Can be a comfortable landing spot if you're able to tune out the outdated processes and legacy mindset.

Cons

The company undergoes frequent restructuring, and technical leadership often lacks the depth needed to guide modern engineering decisions. The culture can feel rooted in an older, more traditional mindset, and promising initiatives frequently get stuck in POC hell rather than reaching production. Career progression is also very manager-dependent; the wrong reporting relationship can significantly stall your growth. Overall technical bar is low — if you're trying to sharpen your skills, this environment may hold you back rather than push you forward.

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