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Phathom is home to relentless trailblazers, disruptors, and builders. We are assembling the best and the brightest in the industry to usher in a new era of gastrointestinal (GI) care and we remain committed to transforming the treatment landscape for people suffering from GI diseases. read more
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EMPLOYEE
PARTICIPANTS
83
TOTAL
RATINGS
2393

Phathom Pharmaceuticals Company Culture

Phathom Pharmaceuticals Culture

This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews
Choice Employer
A+
4.8/5

Top Rated Culture Dimensions

Phathom Pharmaceuticals CEO

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Steven Basta Phathom Pharmaceuticals' CEO
Steven Basta
97 /100

Diversity at Phathom Pharmaceuticals

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A+

Diverse employees at Phathom Pharmaceuticals have rated Team, Happiness, and Compensation as the highest categories they have scored

Women at Phathom Pharmaceuticals

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A+

Women at Phathom Pharmaceuticals have rated Happiness, Compensation, and Perks And Benefits as the highest categories they have scored

Phathom Pharmaceuticals eNPS

Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"
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Recommend to a Friend?

95

Phathom Pharmaceuticals employees are 95% more likely to recommend Phathom Pharmaceuticals as a great place to work

95%Promoters
5%Passives
0%Detractors

Phathom Pharmaceuticals Company News

Working at Phathom Pharmaceuticals

Working at Phathom Pharmaceuticals is rated highly by 83 employees, across various culture dimensions. Phathom Pharmaceuticals employees are most satisfied about CEO Rating, Compensation, and Environment categories, putting Phathom Pharmaceuticals’s culture in the Top 5% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 5% compared to other companies in Florham Park, NJ. See below in detail how working at Phathom Pharmaceuticals was rated by employees.

Overall Company Culture at Phathom Pharmaceuticals

A+

Overall Company Culture at Phathom Pharmaceuticals is rated A+

Last updated months ago

Top
5%

Phathom Pharmaceuticals ranks in the Top 5% of other companies on Comparably with 201-500 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score

Overall Company Culture Score by Department

This graph details how each department scores their Overall Company Culture

Results from 83 Employees

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Finance
95
Finance95
Administrative and Strategic Operations
94
Administrative and Strategic Operations94
Marketing
93
Marketing93
Clinical & Medical Affairs
92
Clinical & Medical Affairs92
R&D
92
R&D92
Sales
92
Sales92

Phathom Pharmaceuticals Employee Reviews

Out of 519 Phathom Pharmaceuticals employee reviews, 100% were positive.

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Positive Reviews100%
Constructive Feedback0%

Positive Reviews From Phathom Pharmaceuticals Employees

  • What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?
    Great coworkers, welcoming environment, wonderful office and perks like free lunch are all great
  • What is the best part about your compensation package?
    Fair pay and bonus, great health and employee benefits, fitness reimbursement and unlimited vacation
  • What did you like most about the interview process?
    Thorough process where I got to meet many different members. Was conversational and informative.

Constructive Feedback From Phathom Pharmaceuticals Employees

  • Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?
    When coming to Phathom I had other offers with significantly higher salary and bonus from pre-revenue companies. Phathom was unable to match. I came to Phathom for the culture and to work for my manager. so I took the salary cut. A competitive salary and bonus with other companies would be nice.
  • What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?
    Although distinct individuals, we shine best as a team.

Phathom Pharmaceuticals Company Information

Phathom Pharmaceuticals Company Overview

Phathom is home to relentless trailblazers, disruptors, and builders. We are assembling the best and the brightest in the industry to usher in a new era of gastrointestinal (GI) care and we remain committed to transforming the treatment landscape for people suffering from GI diseases.

Phathom Pharmaceuticals was founded in 2019 and its current CEO is Steven Basta. Since its inception 7 years ago, Phathom Pharmaceuticals has grown to 500 employees.

Phathom Pharmaceuticals Mission, Vision & Values

Phathom Pharmaceuticals Mission Statement

Phathom's mission is to improve the lives of people suffering from gastrointestinal diseases

Phathom Pharmaceuticals Vision Statement

Building the leading gastrointestinal-focused pharmaceutical company

Phathom Pharmaceuticals Values

  • Perseverance
  • Humble
  • Accountable
  • Transparent
  • Entrepreneurial
Websitewww.phathompharma.com
Founding Date2019
Tel(877)-742-8466
Company StatusPublic
StockPHAT
Jobswww.phathompharma.com/life-at-phathom/
Social Sites
Headquarters
Florham Park HQ100 Campus Drive, Suite 102
Florham Park, NJ 07932
United States of America
Buffalo Grove HQ2150 E Lake Cook Rd
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
United States of America
  • Nasdaq-listed as PHAT, Phathom rang the closing bell September 20, 2022
  • Our Buffalo Grove R&D Team

Phathom Pharmaceuticals Employees

Phathom Pharmaceuticals has 500 employees in 2 locations. 83 employees at Phathom Pharmaceuticals have reviewed Phathom Pharmaceuticals across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.

Overall, the 83 Phathom Pharmaceuticals employees give their leadership a grade of A+, or Top 5% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.

Employees at Phathom Pharmaceuticals are extremely happy with their total compensation at Phathom Pharmaceuticals, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.

Overall, employees at Phathom Pharmaceuticals are extremely happy with their team. 83 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers an A+. The majority believe the meetings at Phathom Pharmaceuticals are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.

The majority of employees at Phathom Pharmaceuticals believe the environment at Phathom Pharmaceuticals is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Phathom Pharmaceuticals is comfortably fast. About 62% of the employees at Phathom Pharmaceuticals work 8 hours or less, while 1% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.

Overall, the employees at Phathom Pharmaceuticals are extremely happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.

A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
Phathom Pharmaceuticals employees generally work 8.9 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at Phathom Pharmaceuticals report the work pace is comfortably fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
99% of Phathom Pharmaceuticals employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
Phathom Pharmaceuticals employees most often take unlimited paid vacation and sick days each year
Perks & Benefits
A Day in the Life
96% of Phathom Pharmaceuticals employees report they are happy with their work life balance
Work Life Balance
A Day in the Life
Phathom Pharmaceuticals employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
Feedback
A Day in the Life
100% of Phathom Pharmaceuticals employees call their work environment positive
Environment

Joining Phathom Pharmaceuticals - Employee Onboarding

The prevailing opinion from Comparably users about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. Employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 73% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.

Phathom Pharmaceuticals KPIs and OKRs

Employees’ understanding of Phathom Pharmaceuticals' KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 81 Phathom Pharmaceuticals employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 81 have said yes.

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Yes100%
No0%
Are your company's goals clear, and are you invested in them?
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Are the KPIs/OKRs for your department clear?

Phathom Pharmaceuticals CEO & Leadership

Steven Basta Phathom Pharmaceuticals' CEO
97 /100

Phathom Pharmaceuticals CEO Awards and Recognitions

Best CEOs 2023 (Small & Midsize Companies)
Best CEOs for Women 2023 (Small & Midsize Companies)
Best CEOs 2022 (Small & Midsize Companies)
Best CEOs for Diversity 2022 (Small & Midsize Companies)
Best CEOs for Women 2022 (Small & Midsize Companies)

Phathom Pharmaceuticals’s CEO Steven Basta started in this role in 2025. Steven’s approval rate is in the Top 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 5% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Florham Park, NJ. With a high CEO score, Steven Basta has won the Best CEOs in 2023. In addition, Steven has garnered Best CEOs for Diversity in 2022 specifically for Diversity, making Phathom Pharmaceuticals’s CEO one of the top rated CEOs by diverse employees. Phathom Pharmaceuticals’s CEO is highly regarded especially by African American/Black employees, employees in the Marketing department, and Asian or Pacific Islander employees. However, Hispanic or Latino employees, employees in the Clinical & Medical Affairs department, and employees identified with Other ethnicities have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Compared to Phathom Pharmaceuticals’s competitors, Steven Basta ranks right above Ironwood Pharmaceuticals CEO Mark Mallon. Under Basta’s leadership, Phathom Pharmaceuticals employee respondents are most happy about their Compensation and the company’s Environment. Work Culture and Professional Development are two areas, according to respondents, where Phathom Pharmaceuticals could stand to see real improvement.

Phathom Pharmaceuticals Leadership

The Phathom Pharmaceuticals Executive Team is rated an “A+” and led by CEO Steven Basta, Chief Operating Officer Azmi Nabulsi, M.D., M.P.H., and Chief Commercial Officer Martin Gilligan

  • Steven Basta  CEO / President

    Steven Basta CEO / President

    Mr. Basta has more than 25 years of leadership experience in the biopharmaceutical and medical device industry. Mr.... read more

  • Azmi Nabulsi, M.D., M.P.H. Chief Operating Officer

    Azmi Nabulsi, M.D., M.P.H. serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Phathom Pharmaceuticals.

  • Martin Gilligan Chief Commercial Officer

    Martin Gilligan serves as the Chief Commercial Officer of Phathom Pharmaceuticals.

  • Tom Harris Head of Regulatory Affairs

    Tom Harris serves as the Head of Regulatory Affairs of Phathom Pharmaceuticals.

  • Eckhard Leifke, M.D., Ph.D. Chief Medical Officer

    Eckhard Leifke, M.D., Ph.D. serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Phathom Pharmaceuticals.

  • Larry Miller, J.D. General Counsel

    Larry Miller, J.D. serves as the General Counsel of Phathom Pharmaceuticals.

  • Molly Henderson Chief Financial & Business Officer

    Molly Henderson serves as the Chief Financial & Business Officer of Phathom Pharmaceuticals.

Diversity & Inclusion at Phathom Pharmaceuticals

Diverse employees at Phathom Pharmaceuticals score the company 93/100 across various culture categories, placing Phathom Pharmaceuticals in the Top 5% of companies on Comparably with 201-500 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Phathom Pharmaceuticals across various culture dimensions.

Phathom believes a diverse and inclusive culture is critical to our success. This belief is engrained in our DNA and evidenced,in our policies, practices, and values. We are committed to embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races,,identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values. By ensuring all voices are heard, holding ourselves accountable,to be equitable and just, and authentically supporting the people and communities impacted by our work, we strive to create,a sense of inclusion and belonging.

Ranked Culture the Highest

Women 94/100
Department - Marketing
Men 95/100
Department - Finance
Diverse Employees 95/100
Department - Marketing

Ranked Culture the Lowest

Women 92/100
Department - Clinical & Medical Affairs
Men 92/100
Department - R&D
Diverse Employees 92/100
Department - Clinical & Medical Affairs

Phathom Pharmaceuticals Perks & Benefits

Health & Wellness

  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Gym Membership / Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

  • PTO / Vacation Policy
  • Paid Holidays
  • Maternity / Paternity Leave

Financial Benefits

  • 401K / Retirement Plan
  • Performance Bonus
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Office Perks

  • Free Food
  • Company Social Outings
  • Legal Assistance
  • Work From Home Policy
  • Unique Office Space

Phathom Pharmaceuticals PTO

Phathom Pharmaceuticals' PTO and Vacation policy typically gives unlimited days off a year.

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Flex Time0%
Vacation Policy0%
Office Meals0%
401k Contribution0%
Childcare0%
Other than healthcare, which of the following benefits is most important to you?
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No0%
Does your boss expect you to work when you're on vacation?
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$2500+/mo0%
$1500 - $2500/mo0%
$1000 -$1500/mo0%
$500 -$1000/mo0%
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What do you estimate the cash value of your benefits to be? Healthcare, PTO, etc?

Frequently Asked Questions regarding Phathom Pharmaceuticals

What is Phathom Pharmaceuticals address?

Phathom Pharmaceuticals location is at 100 Campus Drive, Suite 102

Who is the CEO of Phathom Pharmaceuticals?

Phathom Pharmaceuticals CEO is Steven Basta, their score by employees is 97

What is Phathom Pharmaceuticals eNPS?

The eNPS for Phathom Pharmaceuticals is 95

How many employees work in Phathom Pharmaceuticals?

Phathom Pharmaceuticals has 500 employees

Who are Phathom Pharmaceuticals competitors?

Phathom Pharmaceuticals main competitors are Ironwood Pharmaceuticals

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