Big business not centered on employee happiness - Associate Consultant IQVIA Employee Review

3.0
Jun 4, 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Because IMS has a virtual monopoly on their segment of the market, there's lots of different departments that have lots of different areas of focus, so you can find something you're interested in. They also have facilities all over the globe and lots of people work remotely, so there's some flexibility in moving around within the company (that said, most geographic locations are tied to the certain previously mentioned departments/areas of focus)

Cons

Upper management is very removed from the day-to-day interests of the employees. Lots of bureaucracy and disorganization slows down even simple tasks, like expenses or requesting a new PC b/c your keyboard is literally falling apart and keys are falling off during client meetings. Management is very focused on cutting costs - usually not by improving efficiency, but by reducing pay. Salary increases, vacation time, bonuses, and promotions are all handed out sparingly & you have to fight for it. Departments are very siloed and only care about what affects them, not very much "same team" atmosphere outside of your department.

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5.0
Jun 20, 2026
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Pros

Resources and access to good studies to be successful in research, immediate PTO benefits, 401k match.

Cons

Growth opportunities/compensation - besides the annual merit raises of <3 percent I haven’t gotten a raise in 5 years.

2.0
Jun 17, 2026
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Recommend
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Pros

Great pay initially, especially after negotiating. People are very smart and willing to meet for networking and learning opportunities. Flexibility and work life balance is by far the best perk - especially since many roles are fully remote.

Cons

Merit raises have been subpar the last 4 years and do not come close to keeping with inflation, consistently the company cites great EBITDA growth but that never is shown in bonuses nor merit raises despite receiving “exceeds expectations” ratings. Parental leave is a nominal. Very easy to get “lost in the sauce” of such a large company.

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