Not what it used to be - difficult to recommend anymore
Verbesserungsvorschläge
The company would benefit from rebuilding a stronger culture of inclusion, fairness, and recognition, so that contributions beyond “loud voices” are valued. Communication should become more transparent and open to feedback, with decisions explained rather than only delivered top-down. Collaboration also needs strengthening, as the current environment encourages territorial behavior instead of teamwork. Leadership accountability and fairness are key, with less favoritism and more support for teams. Finally, more concrete support for employee well-being, meaningful benefits, and career development would help restore trust and engagement.
Arbeitsatmosphäre
The sense of culture and purpose that once made this a strong place to work has largely disappeared. Diversity and equality are lacking, and recognition tends to go to those who speak the loudest rather than those putting in the real effort.
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The external reputation remains strong, which benefits the broader cause, but this should be matched with genuine care for employees.
Work-Life-Balance
This varies depending on the team. In some areas it may be manageable, but the absence of meaningful benefits and the overall culture makes it difficult to recharge. While extremely long hours aren’t expected, the emotional drain often makes it hard to fully disconnect.
Karriere/Weiterbildung
Progression is restricted by a rigid five-level system. Most staff reach Level 2 within a few years, after which further advancement is rare. Learning opportunities are encouraged in theory, but financial constraints limit what’s possible in practice
Gehalt/Benefits
Base salaries are reasonable. Bonus scheme is not.
Umwelt-/Sozialbewusstsein
Surprisingly limited for a climate-focused company. Expectations in this area are higher than what is being delivered.
Kollegenzusammenhalt
Collaboration has declined noticeably. There is more back-channel talk, territorial behavior around work, and finger-pointing instead of teamwork.
Umgang mit älteren Kollegen
One extra holiday week is granted for staff over 55.
Vorgesetztenverhalten
Strong leaders who embodied good values have largely moved on. Leadership now often feels self-serving, with favoritism and even gossip among managers undermining trust.
Arbeitsbedingungen
As mentioned above, the negative aspects of culture affect the overall conditions.
Kommunikation
Internal communication is weak, non-transparent, and not open to feedback. Most decisions are delivered top-down, and those who raise concerns risk being pushed out.
Gleichberechtigung
Favoritism is evident, and only certain personalities seem to advance.
Interessante Aufgaben
The company’s mission remains important and could be very engaging, but the current environment overshadows the challenge and makes the work feel less meaningful.