Pros
Comments below are based on my experiences with the company. Rapid development of analytical skills and data set management. Immersive and extensive experience with Microsoft Excel including efficient spreadsheet design and formula optimization. Exposure to a large client portfolio and experience working with their administrative and managerial departments. Good introduction or deepening of understanding of the commercial energy management industry.
Cons
Comments below are based on my experiences with the company. Work-life balance is not a priority. Expect 50+ hour weeks in order to avoid getting behind. Individual workload expectations are unreasonable and associated deadlines are unrealistic. Working in evenings, on weekends, and on PTO days is not uncommon and arguably expected. Expect to work through lunch frequently. Culture is poor. Silent office throughout the day with little to no talking due to workload and deadline pressures. Anxiety and exhaustion across all staff. Very depressing and irritable atmosphere. Some staff try to improve culture through lunchtime activities but they’re few and intermittent, and sometimes feel forced. Candor and honesty from Analysts never feels encouraged. Which is a shame considering they’re the backbone of the company. Micromanagement and over-scrutiny of work quality is commonplace and the level of quality expected under workload and deadlines is unacceptable. Little to no direction from senior management and any direction that is given is often hastily changed with little warning to Analysts. Occasional unprofessional conduct from senior leadership (yelling, making a scene, etc.). Benefits are not ideal and pay is low for workload. High turnover as a result of these issues. Staff often stay fewer than 2 years and it’s common to see resignations before 1 year. This job is absolutely not something to make a career out of.