(8 reviews)

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Company overview

Company size

51-100

Primary location

Puteri Harbour, Lebuh Laksamana, Nusajaya, Johor, Malaysia

Pacific Star Development Limited is an ASEAN developer listed on the Singapore Exchange. With over a decade in real estate investment management and development experience, the property division of the Company has acquired both an extensive regional network as well as a solid background in development management, counting among its past investments the highly successful mixed-use project Pavilion in Kuala Lumpur.The Group has previously invested in and completed two residential projects in key prime locations in Bangkok and two in Kuala Lumpur. Currently, the Group has two projects on hand, the award-winning Puteri Cove Residences and Quayside in Malaysia, and a joint venture development in Thailand, The Posh Twelve.

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2.58 ratings in total

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88%

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38%

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What’s it like working at Pearl Discovery Development Sdn Bhd?

AI summary of recent reviews

Pearl Discovery Development Sdn Bhd offers employees valuable learning opportunities in the luxury real estate sector, with exposure to high-end apartment developments and experienced industry professionals. Some employees appreciate the friendly colleagues and the chance to gain significant industry experience.

However, employees suggest areas for improvement including the need for more structured management practices, clearer job role definitions, and a more transparent performance evaluation system. While the company implements team building initiatives, feedback indicates these could be better aligned with workplace needs and professional development goals.

Recent reviews

1.0

Executive

Feb 2026

Johor Bahru Johor1 to 2 years in the role, current employee

Don't dare to come to this place even for interview. Its a trap

The good thingsThe lack of monitoring strongly advise anyone to think twice before joining Pearl Discovery Development. The company suffers from extremely poor and inexperienced management with no clear structure or direction. Job scopes are unclear, expectations constantly change, and employees are blamed for management’s lack of planning. You are expected to “just figure it out” with little to no guidance. HR is ineffective and unprofessional. There is no proper employee support, and basic HR knowledge and processes seem to be missing. Issues raised are often ignored rather than addressed. Favoritism is very obvious. Opportunities and recognition are based on personal relationships instead of performance or capability. If you are not part of management’s inner circle, don’t expect fair treatment or growth. The environment is toxic and stressful. Communication is poor, leadership is reactive rather than strategic, and morale is extremely low.

The challenges Instead of fixing real operational and management problems, the company tries to distract staff with meaningless team bonding activities, forced “fun” competitions, and random rewards like leave for unrelated tasks. These gimmicks feel superficial and do nothing to address the actual issues within the workplace. There also appear to be ongoing financial instability and uncertainty, which raises concerns about long-term job security. Overall, this is a disorganized, unprofessional workplace with weak leadership and no clear career development. Save yourself the stress and look elsewhere.

1.0

Leasing Administrator

Oct 2025

Johor Bahru JohorLess than 1 year in the role, former employee

Toxic Management, no time to focus on job must sit in meetings hours and hours and get scolding.

The good thingsColleagues are nice,

The challengesToxic Management, no proper planning.

1.0

Team Member

Jul 2025

Puteri Harbour Johor7 to 8 years in the role, current employee

If you’re good at saying yes and staying quiet, you’ll do just fine here.

The good thingsStaff members receive special treatment. You can arrive late or at any time wish and use leave without proper tracking. Despite appearing unfit to work, the company will not arrange a medical board evaluation.

The challengesThe management is very controlling, and staff are expected to follow every small rule without question. Company organise team bonding and family day events, but they don’t feel genuine and don’t really help with team spirit. The performance evaluation system is deeply flawed. Promotions and recognition often go to those who underperform or merely comply without question, rather than those who contribute real value.

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