Started as an intern, grew into a full-time role. A company that actually invests in young talent
Pros
1) I joined as an intern and was given real ownership and projects from week not shadowing or coffee runs. That trust is what turned the internship into a full-time offer. 2) Genuine room for creativity. If you show initiative in something outside your job description, the team finds a way to use it rather than telling you to stay in your lane. But this also depends 90% on your line manager. 3) Strong culture of learning , regular workshops, trainings and career development sessions that are actually relevant. Easy access to senior people who are willing to explain things. 4) CSR and volunteering are part of the culture. I've taken part in community projects and social initiatives that were entirely voluntary and genuinely meaningful. 5) Cross-functional work with marketing, finance, sales and HR is normal, which broadens your view of the business fast. 6) Excellent flexibility. Two days a week working from home out of five, plus up to 30 days a year working remotely from your home country.
Cons
1) Workload can spike heavily around cycle deadlines, month-end and business planning periods, you need to be comfortable managing your own time. 2) Being a large matrix organization, some processes and approvals take longer than they should, and alignment across markets and functions can slow things down. 3) A lot of the analytical work relies on multiple data sources that don't always line up, so a fair share of time goes into reconciliation rather than insight. 4) Structured career progression can feel slow at some time, often have to advocate for your own next step rather than waiting for it to be handed to you. 5) The office is due for a refresh, the furniture and carpets are very old, and the washrooms could use an upgrade.