Pros
The problems Novus is solving are far more interesting than many other tech and financial jobs out there. The company has a vision and tends to surround itself with the right people to achieve that vision. Office culture is typical of a modern "start up"... casual clothing, lots of snacks, sports chatter, great benefits, etc. Compensation seems to be right in line with the going rate. Prior to Novus, I was working in an atmosphere where you were expected to leave all fun at home when you punched into work each day (literally punch in and out... even if you were a salaried employee... we had a time clock). If I had to sum up the environment I was working in, it would be "obnoxiously anal-retentive". I left the job not because of money, but because I hated doing what I used to love.
Cons
You will work hard. Period. This either means tasks that require your undivided attention for hours at a time, lengthy 10+ hour days, or a combination of both. I personally don't find a problem with this based on my previous work experience, but it can be unappealing to some people who are used to a more lackadaisical atmosphere. HR does a decent job at planning activities for company, although I personally feel there's a schism between people who enjoy intermingling and others who avoid it. Not really a company problem.