Pros
- Very good benefits (good insurance and retirement schemes, great vacation) - Excellent facilities (campus is generally new, spacious, and constantly being improved. Fairly new gym on-site) - Generally friendly and relaxed but productive working atmosphere - High quality staff (from my limited experience there were some very impressive people there) - Those in the field seem to be impressed with my having spent time there - Meritocratic promotion (to a point - see cons below) - Organization has performed very well in recent years, so there is a lot of growth
Cons
- Salaries are generally low. Don't expect a bonus to make up for it either - Structure is very hierarchical, based largely on academic qualifications. There is room for promotion and growth, but you may hit a glass ceiling fairly quickly. The only way past is to get the next degree up the scale.