Great place to work and grow professionallyThe good things> Very friendly and transparent working environment
> Almost all co-workers and managers are very supportive in terms of helping you grow professionally and to achieve work-life-balance
> Flexible working can be arranged with line manager's consent
> Plenty of opportunities to let one step out of their own comfort zone (e.g. non-work related projects/assignments/competitions/volunteering works, etc.), to gain new experience/exposure and also to climb the career/corporate ladder through the normal channels
> Most managers are very supportive in staff's professional development (i.e. leadership attributes, professional skills, certifications, etc.)
> Most managers are open, honest and has strong integrity.
> Chances of moving into different roles. But there is a rule that requires one to stay on a role for as least 4 years - which is quite long compared to some other major energy companies (i.e. BP). However, some STAR Performers might get away with changing roles every 2-3 years because they have the backing of senior executives - company groom them to become leaders of tomorrow.
> Most staff that I work with bring their A-game to the office - they do their very best and they are dependable.
The challenges> Every company is bound to have bad apples, so is this company - it is not perfect in every sense.
> Some managers might not take honest feedback with an open heart/mind about their performance or working style.
> This company has a complex reporting structure due to its sheer size and geographic coverage, that sometimes makes it takes longer than usual to make decisions.
> Chances of working as long-term expatriate in another country are very slim, unless you are one of the STAR Performers.
> If you are not honest enough, lacking in integrity or do not like being held accountable - don't even think of applying to work for this company.