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      4.0

      85% would recommend to a friend

      (1,532 total reviews)

      Frank Vrancken Peeters

      80% approve of CEO

      73% positive business outlook

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      Springer Nature has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 1,532 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Springer Nature employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Mídia e comunicação industry (3.7 stars).

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      4.0
      Aug 29, 2023

      Excepcional

      Senior user experience designer
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      Pros

      Title: Exceptional Experience as a Senior UX Designer at Springer Nature! Working at Springer Nature as a Senior User Experience Designer has been an incredibly rewarding journey. From day one, the company's commitment to fostering innovation and creativity in the field of scientific publishing has impressed me. The collaborative environment here is a true playground for any UX designer. The company's emphasis on cross-functional teamwork has allowed me to collaborate closely with researchers, content creators, and developers. This synergy not only enhances the quality of our designs but also leads to meaningful solutions that address real-world challenges. One aspect that truly stands out is the value Springer Nature places on professional growth. The ample opportunities for skill enhancement, attending workshops, and staying updated with the latest design trends have been pivotal in my development. The supportive leadership team consistently encourages us to push the boundaries of our creativity, leading to the creation of user-centric, intuitive interfaces. Furthermore, the projects I've been fortunate to work on have a profound impact on the scientific community. Knowing that my designs contribute to the dissemination of knowledge and the advancement of research is an incredibly gratifying feeling. On the cultural front, Springer Nature maintains a diverse and inclusive atmosphere. This not only enriches our work experiences but also fosters a deeper understanding of global perspectives. Of course, like any workplace, there are challenges to tackle, but I've always felt that my voice is heard, and my insights are valued by both peers and management. The constant support and appreciation from colleagues make overcoming these challenges a collective effort.

      Cons

      If I were to point out one area where there's room for improvement, it would be the communication between different teams and departments. While collaboration is highly valued, at times, the lines of communication can become blurred, leading to minor delays in project timelines. However, it's important to note that the company is actively working on refining these processes to ensure smoother cross-functional interactions in the future.

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      Springer Nature Response
      2y
      Thank you for your comprehensive review sharing your experiences in the UX team. The user experience for the scientific community and beyond is at the core of our product strategy to ensure that scientists and researchers work with ease when partnering with Springer Nature. It's great to hear that your career experiences match our aim that all of our talented & diverse colleagues do well and perform at their best. We are always actively looking to improve what we do and good communication is critical as we continue to grow. Thank you again.
      1.0
      Aug 29, 2023

      Worst Company on Planet

      Senior associate - advisory
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      Pros

      No Pros at all in Springer Nature

      Cons

      Absolutely no work life balance here at Springer Nature. Treated employees as a slaves and robots. Not a single suggestion from tenured employee can be considered for smoothing of process In every single quarter, targets are get revised and imposed which are completely unrealistic and non achievable Higher management is not ready to accept the problems of team Favoritism is another issue. Not promoted on basis of merits, Conducted test only for the sake of formality No salary hike as per experience in same organization Full of Biased higher management people

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      Springer Nature Response
      2y
      Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about your experience. We constantly work towards making Springer Nature a great place to work. We ensure our colleagues have equal access to growth and development opportunities and we assure you that there isn’t any conscious bias. It is our constant endeavour to build strong relationships through collaboration and being open to new ideas and feedback. As an organisation, integrity is important to us as it allows our colleagues to inspire through actions and be fair and respectful regardless of their role or position.
      5.0
      Aug 29, 2023

      Exceptional Employer: A Haven of Support and Flexibility Through Pandemic and Beyond

      Senior software developer
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      Pros

      Flexible employee-friendly policies. They take employees' feedback positively and improve their policies e.g. WFH, workation, etc. Work-life balance is perfect.

      Cons

      Low salary as compared to other IT companies, but Springernature is a publishing company and not an IT company.

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      Springer Nature Response
      2y
      Thank you for sharing your thoughts. We work very hard to ensure that we have a healthy balance with Work and Life and this is something very special in our culture. We encourage all our colleagues to develop and learn and thrive here both professionally and personally at Springer Nature and you'll see more about this in the next few months as we constantly look to try new ideas to foster this learning mindset and actively spread the word. Our colleagues are indeed highly valued and we do get quite a few returning back to us which is a testament to our supportive and healthy culture. Of course salaries and fair and equitable pay forms a big part of why people stay with us and we do benchmark our salaries; as you mention we are a publishing business so we compare to our industry. Thank you again.
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