
Very young (primarily early 20s to mid-30s), highly intelligent and motivated. Deeply care about people and world in general. Socially conscious and open-minded. Willing to take risks and try new things.
Interacting with the public who participate in our user research studies. Exchanging anecdotes with colleagues; laughing together and enjoying the camaraderie. Knowing that what I do makes a positive difference in people's lives.
We can offer constructive criticism of our colleagues and/or suggest changes to processes and know they'll be considered without negative repercussions. Hard work is acknowledged and appreciated. We get a say in which projects we work on. We're challenged and supported by senior leaders.
I met with the two top people plus another senior manager, then was invited for lunch to get to know the entire team the day I accepted my offer. They were honest when I asked what they *didn't* want in an employee (drama; selfishness).
There's been a real focus on transparency and frequent communication, not only around the restructuring but also around the pandemic and all of the major social/political upheavals of the past 15 months. They care about employee well-being and take action to improve it all the time.
Overall, the company is very lean on admin staff and moderately competitive with industry although a bit behind consulting in general. We get 3 weeks paid vacation upon hire; 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, 2 paid volunteer days. Admin is salary, non-exempt so I can earn OT when authorized.