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Syntel Company Culture
Syntel Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews3.0/5
Syntel's Overall Culture is rated C-
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Retention
BOutlook
BTeam
BeNPS
BDiversity
B-Syntel CEO
Bottom 25%Bottom 25% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Rakesh Khanna
60 /100
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Diversity at Syntel
Top 40%Top 40% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
B-
Diverse employees at Syntel have rated Outlook, Happiness, and Team as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Syntel
Bottom 30%Bottom 30% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
C-
Women at Syntel have rated CEO Rating, Team, and Outlook as the highest categories they have scored
Syntel 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?"Top 35%Top 35% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
11
Syntel employees are 11% more likely to recommend Syntel as a great place to work
| 48% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 15% | Passives |
| 37% | Detractors |
Working at Syntel
Working at Syntel is rated below average by 48 employees, across various culture dimensions. Syntel employees rate Retention highest among all categories, and think that Leadership and Professional Development have the most room for improvement, putting Syntel’s culture in the Bottom 35% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 40% compared to other companies in Flint, MI. See below in detail how working at Syntel was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Syntel
C-
Overall Company Culture at Syntel is rated C-
Last updated months ago
Bottom
35%
Syntel ranks in the Bottom 35% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Syntel Employee Reviews
Out of 33 Syntel employee reviews, 72% were positive. The remaining 28% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Syntel improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 72% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 28% |
Positive Reviews From Syntel Employees
- What did you like most about the interview process?Generally quite efficient process to interview
- What did you like most about the interview process?fast paced interviews were good
- What makes you most happy at work?Cafeteria and friends in cafeteria, though food is not so good.
Constructive Feedback From Syntel Employees
- What's going wrong and how can it be improved?Poor management, poor ethics, lack of empowerment
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?The company doesnt know how to manage its resources so the workforce is impacted by cost savings measures.
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Being honest when they hire you
Syntel Company Information
Syntel Company Overview
Syntel is a global provider of integrated Information Technology and Knowledge Process Outsourcing solutions,
Syntel Mission, Vision & Values
Syntel Mission Statement
Mission. We create new opportunities for our clients by harnessing our passion, talent and innovation.
Syntel Values
Syntel is founded in integrity, and our five business values create a more AGILE environment that enables Syntellers to exceed our clients' expectations: Adaptive. ... Global. ... Imaginative. ... Leadership. ... Entrepreneurial.
| Headquarter | 525 E, Big Beaver Suite 300 Troy, MI 48083 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.syntelinc.com/ |
| Founding Date | 1980 |
| Tel | 248-619-2800 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | SYNT |
Syntel Competitors
Syntel competitors include Hannover Re, Wipro Limited, SourceHOV, and TCS (Tata Consultancy Services). Syntel ranks 4th in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Syntel compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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Syntel Employees
48 employees at Syntel have reviewed Syntel 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 48 Syntel employees give their leadership a grade of D, or Bottom 15% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Syntel are not very pleased with their total compensation at Syntel, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Syntel are generally satisfied with their team. 48 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a B. Less than half believe the meetings at Syntel are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Syntel believe the environment at Syntel is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Syntel is moderate. About 50% of the employees at Syntel work 8 hours or less, while 7% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Syntel are generally happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Syntel - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Syntel is that the company was somewhat prepared on their first day. Syntel employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 50% 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.
Syntel KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Syntel's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 5 Syntel employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 2 have said yes.
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Syntel CEO & Leadership
Syntel CEO - Rakesh Khanna
60 /100
Rakesh’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Rakesh in the Bottom 25% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 20% compared to CEOs of all other companies in Flint, MI. Rakesh Khanna’s employees rank Syntel in the Top 35% for Retention, in the Top 35% for Outlook, and in the Top 35% for Team. Khanna is generally unpopular with Syntel employees, but ranks especially low with employees with Entry Level experience, and by employees with the company for Less than 1 Year and Male employees. However, Female employees have a slightly more favorable view of the CEO. When compared to Syntel’s competitors, Rakesh Khanna ranks below both SourceHOV CEO Ronald Cogburn and TCS (Tata Consultancy Services) CEO Rajesh Gopinathan.
Syntel Leadership
The Syntel Executive Team is rated a “C” and led by CEO Rakesh Khanna, Co-Founder, Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Director Neerja Sethi, and Chief Financial Officer and Chief Information Security Officer Anil Agrawal
Rakesh Khanna CEO / President
Mr. Rakesh Khanna has been the Chief Executive Officer, President and Director of Syntel, Inc. since July 18, 2017. Mr.... read more
Neerja Sethi Co-Founder, Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Director
Ms. Neerja Sethi is a Co-Owner of BD Trust dated May 17, 1997 IV. Ms. Sethi co-founded Syntel, Inc. in 1980 and has been... read more
Anil Agrawal Chief Financial Officer and Chief Information Security Officer
Mr. Anil Agrawal has been the Chief Financial Officer at Syntel, Inc. since October 2016 and its Chief Information... read more
Bharat Desai Co-Founder and Co-Chairman
Mr. Bharat Desai Co-Founded Syntel, Inc. in 1980 and served as its Chief Executive Officer from April 1980 to February... read more
Daniel M. Moore Chief Administrative Officer, General Counsel and Secretary
Mr. Daniel M. Moore has been the Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel of Syntel, Inc. since August 1998 and... read more
Rajiv Tandon Senior Vice President of Client Relations - Key Accounts
Mr. Rajiv Tandon has been Senior Vice President of Client Relations for Key Accounts'North America of Syntel, Inc. since... read more
Syntel Salaries
How much does Syntel pay?
How much do people at Syntel get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Syntel is $126,746, or $60 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $130,578, or $62 per hour.
At Syntel, the highest paid job is a Director of Sales at $231,765 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $45,493 annually. Average Syntel salaries by department include: Product at $203,067, Customer Support at $70,865, Business Development at $159,416, and Sales at $156,107. Half of Syntel salaries are above $130,578.
18 employees at Syntel rank their Compensation in the Top 50% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 60 ratings) while 17 employees at Syntel rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 35% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 19 ratings).
Salaries contributed from Syntel employees include job titles like Jr Developer, Business Analyst, Business Development Manager, and Project Manager. Comparably data has a total of 7 salary records from Syntel employees.
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $72k | $72k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $101k | $101k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $127k | $127k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $181k | $181k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $235k | $235k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $276k | $276k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $295k | $295k | 100th Percentile |
$126,746*
Average Compensation
$130,578*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Syntel Salaries by City
Syntel Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Syntel
Diverse employees at Syntel score the company 68/100 across various culture categories, placing Syntel in the Top 40% of companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Syntel across various culture dimensions.
Ranked Culture the Highest
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Syntel Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
Syntel PTO
Syntel's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 10-15 days off a year. Paid Time Off is Syntel's most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 50% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. Syntel's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1000 -$1500 cash value per month.
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Syntel Careers
Syntel Jobs
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Syntel applied for 3336 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 94% were approved, 5% certified-withdrawn, and 2% withdrawn.
An in-depth look at ‘Certified-withdrawn’ H1B applications at Syntel unveil that 59 approved work permit applications were withdrawn before the employee’s start date, and 152 were withdrawn by Syntel after the employee’s start date.
Work Permit Application Outcome
3336
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 94% Granted (3122 out of 3336)
- <1% Denied (3 out of 3336)
- 2% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection (59 out of 3336)
- 5% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer (152 out of 3336)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
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Overview of Candidates Interested in Syntel on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 29% | |
|---|---|---|
Engineering | 29% | |
Design | 14% | |
Sales | 7% | |
HR | 7% | |
Other | 14% |
Candidates By Location
New York City | 14% | |
|---|---|---|
Phoenix | 14% | |
Trenton | 7% | |
Colorado Springs | 7% | |
Taylor | 7% | |
Other | 50% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Syntel
What is Syntel address?
Syntel location is at 525 E, Big Beaver Suite 300
Who is the CEO of Syntel?
Syntel CEO is Rakesh Khanna, their score by employees is 60
What is Syntel eNPS?
The eNPS for Syntel is 11
What is Syntel revenue?
Syntel revenue is $924M
What is the salary for Senior UI/UX Designer in Syntel?
Senior UI/UX Designer average salary in the US is 132k
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