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
1.0
Jun 4, 2025

A company that doesn’t care about their people, only the $

Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Good products, market leading brands

Cons

Decisions from the top down impact the entire country, Flexibility minimal, decisions to remove people based on constant changes and not performance.

5.0
Jun 3, 2025

Good benefits

Recommend
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Pros

Flexible Work Arrangement Hybrid setup allows you to manage personal and professional responsibilities more easily. Supportive Team Environment Your team members are helpful and collaborative, which makes daily work smoother despite challenges from above. Autonomy in Task Management Likely given freedom to manage tasks in your own way due to flexible culture. Steady Income While not perfectly aligned with workload, having a stable job provides security.

Cons

Poor Leadership Management is inconsistent or ineffective, likely causing confusion, low morale, or unnecessary stress. Unequal Pay vs. Workload You're handling a high volume of work without fair compensation or recognition. Risk of Burnout Heavy workload over time, even with flexibility, can wear you down mentally and physically. Limited Career Growth or Support Poor leadership may also mean a lack of mentorship, structure, or clear pathways to advance.

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