English language review - Anonymous employee ALTEN Employee Review

2.0
Aug 23, 2021
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Projects can be interesting provided you are one of the lucky few to get a good one. Work can occasionally be good if you have a good business manager.

Cons

A common problem is business managers will say anything to get consultants in the door. And then placed them under pressure to accept projects they might not be a good fit for. When joining they promised a project that they did not secure. It was a contract that used totally different technologies to what I interviewed for. From talking to other colleagues they did this to everyone. So beware! They can be extremely unprofessional and provide very little guidance or formation. Yet they will accuse a candidate of unprofessionalism. You are expected to figure out most things yourself with little guidance. I saw one colleague nearly fired as he was not trained properly to do time sheets so he did it incorrectly. I have personally some Business Managers take a perverse pride in not responding to some mails from consultants even though some are hard working and try their best to do so. If you try ask for training or to develop yourself you can be considered a problem or simply ignored. The turnover rate is very high as even your business manager who hired you will not stay long. They regularly work until 8/9pm each night.

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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
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Pros

I have been with the company for several years and have had a very positive experience overall. The company offers strong opportunities for career growth, especially for employees who are proactive, take ownership, and consistently deliver results. Internal mobility and leadership opportunities are available for those looking to advance their careers. Compensation is competitive within the industry, and performance is generally recognized and rewarded. While there is always room for improvement, I feel that the company provides fair compensation and good opportunities to increase earnings through career progression. Management is supportive and accessible. As with any growing organization, I have found leadership to be committed to employee development and business success. There is a strong entrepreneurial culture that encourages initiative and accountability. One of the biggest strengths of the company is the variety of projects and clients. Employees have the opportunity to work across different industries, technologies, and business environments, which helps accelerate professional development and keeps the work interesting. Pros: * Strong career development opportunities * Diverse and challenging projects * Supportive and entrepreneurial culture * Exposure to a wide range of industries and clients Overall, I would recommend this company to professionals looking for growth, responsibility, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Cons

Fast-paced environment that requires adaptability High expectations for performance and ownership

3.0
Jun 17, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

• Talented employees who genuinely care about customers, consultants, and each other. • Strong technical expertise and exposure to large, complex client programs. • Opportunity to learn resilience, problem-solving, and how to operate in challenging environments. • Significant growth potential if organizational barriers can be addressed. • Many good people working hard to achieve success despite limited resources.

Cons

• Decision-making is often highly centralized and slow, limiting agility and responsiveness to market realities. • Leaders are frequently held accountable for ambitious growth objectives without corresponding authority, resources, or support. • Heavy emphasis on activity tracking, reporting, and process can outweigh focus on outcomes and execution. • Limited willingness to challenge long-standing practices, even when market conditions or employee feedback suggest change is needed. • Leadership diversity and diversity of thought remain opportunities for improvement. • Employee concerns are not always translated into meaningful action, which can contribute to disengagement and turnover.

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