Alcon reviews

3.7

66% would recommend to a friend

(2,529 total reviews)
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David J Endicott

76% approve of CEO

63% positive business outlook

Alcon has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 2,529 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Alcon employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Farmacéutica y biotecnología industry (3.5 stars).

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3K reviews
4.0
Jul 1, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

1. Strong Top Management Vision – Clear strategic direction from leadership, especially in innovation and market expansion in eye care. 2. Industry Leadership – Well-established reputation in ophthalmology with high-quality products and R&D focus.

Cons

1. Senior Management Execution Gap – While top leadership sets a bold vision, senior managers often lack alignment, creating inconsistent decision-making. 2. Lack of Transparency & Collaboration – Silos between teams, with limited visibility into cross-functional priorities, slowing down execution.

4.0
Jun 30, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. The team environment was supportive and training was thorough. Management was approachable and safety protocols were well enforced.

Cons

The work can be physically demanding and repetitive. Some days required overtime, making it hard to plan personal time.

2.0
Jun 25, 2025

5-Day Return-to-Office Starts in September

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Benefits are good, particularly the eyecare-related ones

Cons

5-day Return-to-Office starts in September

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