Terrible culture - Anonymous employee AXA Employee Review

1.0
Mar 2, 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

There are some people who have worked here a long time who are nice. The company offers lots of 'benefits' which you could just as easily find by searching for discount codes online. There are a lot of internal oppurtunities

Cons

Recruiting directors who haven't got a clue Bullying Work loads too heavy The culture is too traditional and only focused on making money This is definitely not a 'people' focused company There is a lack of trust and therefore people don't work in an agile manner even though AXA profess they do There is so much focus on saving money that they make stupid decisions such as making you take a 4 hour train journey instead of driving for 30 minutes They do not value their people at all

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Pros

Strong work–life balance: Working hours are generally reasonable, and personal time is respected. Stable and reputable company: AXA is a well-established global organization with long-term stability. Clear processes and governance: Well-defined procedures help reduce ambiguity and manage risk effectively. Global exposure: Opportunity to work with international teams and align with global standards. Professional working environment: Emphasis on compliance, ethics, and accountability. Learning opportunities: Access to training, documentation, and structured knowledge resources. Predictable workload: Less firefighting compared to fast-paced startups.

Cons

Slow decision-making: Multiple approval layers can delay execution and innovation. Limited flexibility in processes: Strong governance may feel restrictive for employees who prefer autonomy. Compensation growth can be gradual: Salary increases and promotions may be slower compared to startups or tech firms. Change management can be conservative: Adopting new tools or approaches often takes time. Bureaucracy: Documentation and compliance requirements can feel heavy at times. Innovation pace varies by team: Some teams move faster than others depending on leadership and region.

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