Rant

Is Novartis still a stable place to be?

0x7f73…4468

·15d ago·2 comments

I’ve been with the company for about five years now, and the shifting focus toward high-growth areas has definitely changed the culture. It used to feel a bit more stable, but now the churn in middle management is constant. I keep seeing people I’ve worked with for years suddenly disappear from the internal directory without any fanfare. I know the industry as a whole is tightening up, but the ambiguity here is starting to get to me. We keep getting told that we are doing well, yet there’s this constant underlying pressure to cut costs and squeeze every bit of efficiency out of our teams. It’s hard to focus on long-term project goals when you aren't sure if your department is going to exist in six months. Does anyone here actually feel secure anymore, or are we all just waiting for the next re-org notice?

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0x3ef5…7b77

·15d ago

The churn is definitely real and honestly, it’s exhausting. I’ve noticed the same trend with long-term colleagues just vanishing overnight. Management loves to preach stability and growth, but the reality on the ground feels like a constant state of restructuring. It’s hard to focus on projects when you’re constantly wondering if your department is next on the chopping block. At this point, I think keeping your resume updated is just standard procedure for everyone here. Don't mistake the corporate messaging for job security; it’s just noise.

0x52c1…6a4f

·15d ago

I actually see it differently. While the constant reorganization can feel unsettling, it’s mostly just the company pivoting to stay competitive in the high-growth sectors. If you’re willing to adapt and take on new challenges, there is still plenty of room to grow. I think people equate change with instability, but for a company of this size, these shifts are necessary to avoid stagnation. If you’re performing well and staying flexible, there’s no reason to panic. The industry is evolving, and frankly, I’d rather be at a place that’s actively trying to keep up.