I'm considering going to work for a large firm with a big presence in my area that I've worked with as a client and think pretty highly of generally. That said, I want to do as much due diligence as possible, and I'm SO annoyed with the employee reviews online. The company has a lot of well regarded employee awards, especially as it pertains to women and women in finance, but some of the reviews are troubling. That said, for every "the work life balance is great but pay is low" there is a "the pay is great but the hours are murder" review. How much credit do you give to online reviews? What sites/data points do you use to guide you in career moves? I'm just trying to make a well considered decision and I think the more research I do, the more frustrated and confused I get. Do you just go with your gut?
The position is right in my wheelhouse, the pay is in line with the industry, and the position is mostly at the level I've been at; but I've made the mistake before of looking at those items and ignoring just how very important corporate culture is.
The position is right in my wheelhouse, the pay is in line with the industry, and the position is mostly at the level I've been at; but I've made the mistake before of looking at those items and ignoring just how very important corporate culture is.