SEVERELY Poor Talent Management - Anonymous employee ALTEN Employee Review

2.0
Jul 1, 2024
Anonymous employee
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Pros

- Company growing in UK albeit at a slow pace so good for individuals kick starting their careers - Ideal work location, at least for employees in support function and management - Global presence in engineering consultancy even though they are unheard of in the UK for most, but certainly adds weightage to your career history

Cons

So, where do I start?? There are plenty... - Lack of AUTONOMY: Alten UK has excessive interference from their Global HQ which leaves the UK Management with little to do or show for, the serious lack of autonomy disturbs even day-to-day administrative tasks thereby causing frustration and agony amongst the UK management which they may or may not choose to display but they definitely pass it on to their peers and mentees. The company seeks approval of HQ from administration to management to talent acquisition to talent management to retention, where the masters sitting in their Global HQ have zero to little consideration for the culture, values, and traditions of UK work-culture. The employees are employed in UK, managed in UK, they deliver for UK market but are MONITORED by people in HQ! - POOR TALENT MANAGEMENT - Lack of structure in administration - Serious communication gaps between employees and management, the shameful part is that within management as well - Lack of HR strategy which is visible from alarming attrition rate and deplorable reviews on Glassdoor itself I will add more details in the coming weeks!

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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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