AstraZeneca reviews

The functional support department in the Chennai office is plagued by a toxic culture of groupism, largely driven by certain mid-level managers (notably Skumar and his assistant Mkumar - names shortened for privacy reasons). If you’re not part of their inner circle—typically people they've previously worked with—you’re treated as an outsider, regardless of your skills, performance, or dedication. Team calls can often be uncomfortable, especially if you’re not aligned with Skumar. He has made inappropriate and unprofessional remarks, including saying things like “I have a second face,” which creates an environment of fear and mistrust. He also expects employees to work as if it’s their own family business—an unrealistic and unfair expectation considering the lack of recognition or support.

Senior management overall is oblivious to what actually drives growth and efficiency in this sort of organization with an overemphasis on managerial and administrative tasks that heavily detract from activities that drive genuine business growth and success. Leadership is also often incompetent in terms of pipeline decision-making and support for workforce growth. Criticism is constantly met with redirection.