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A company just doesn’t mean an employer who pays for the work we do. The best differentiator about Cognizant is we get a great company to accompany.
Nothing in 8 years as such.
Work policy: 3 days/week from office
Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)
Work related travel: This job involves International Travel, Travel Within Country, Travel Within City.
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What people are saying about Cognizant
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Great
Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)
Work related travel: This job involves International Travel.
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Pay Package , BUSINESS Span in Europe
This is not really for the company but more of individuals. Cognizant Kolkata has High (Very Senior) positions filled up by very inefficient resources. These guys are technically Associate directors and above (There are a quite handful of names) . These people with all the power in their hand do as they please , not caring about theimpact on resources (And consequently quality of deliverables). This political situations does not only remain confined to the geography but spreads across locations as Bangalore and Pune. The main reason for me separating from Cognizant was this politically inclined , inefficient ,power hungry and casual management members. Not really a correct company to grow for potentially bright people. Instead your growth is defined by how much your manager /senior management is happy with you. There are people practicing such rules Akash D, Amar B etc etc....Read More
I am an Oracle Database Subject Matter Expert, along with the same I am A Linux Admin and DevOps practitioner. I also am trained as a manager (Senior Manager-last designation) . I used to handle Oracle SME position for client along with Eng. Management.
Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)
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Technology / IT Department
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Learning scope is good. You have a dedicated platform to explore and learn the skill of your choice at your convenience.
Promotion cycle/criteria changes recently adopted (Internal Job Moves) - allowing supervisors to promote the resources to next level without a specific criteria. This is creating official platform for favourability.
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Finance Department
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Nothing, you can just work until you don't get job anywhere.
When tire 4 and 5 companies gives good hike, meanwhile this company is soo kanjoos to give hike. Also every year they use to change the months of the hike. One year it will be April another year it will be August without arrear. Please don't go to this company.
Work days: Monday to Friday (Strict Timings)
Work related travel: This job involves Travel Within Country.
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IT Support Department
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Flexible working hours
Company policies are not transparent. Salary, remunerations are not good. Not employee friendly Skill development process is not good
Work policy: 3 days/week from office
Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)
Work related travel: This job involves Travel Within City.
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Investment Banking, Private Equity & VC Department
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Nothing much to say..may be in some processes you find better work management.
Increment, promotion is based on favourism most of the time, not much opportunity to learn improve your skills. You may see biasness in management style. Allowances gets decreased with unexplainable reasons. Senior managers busy on flattering.
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Accounting & Taxation Department
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Salary is to less compared with other organisations. No proper hikes
Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)
Work related travel: This is a desk job.
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Service Delivery Department
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Auto Promotion seems to be a good thing however, I didn't get it as I am completely 2 years with organization
No HR representative transperancy to contact, I thought that every employee tries to avoid the risk from doing the task
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Non Voice Department
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Its completely dependent on the Manager you are reporting to, but ideally the evironment is not great. The senior managment doesn't know how to lead by example. They are trying to enfore work, they are in frenzy
Senior management isn't great. They are just reacting to different situations, but ideally no proper governance.
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Back Office Department
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Growth Opportunities. International opportunities are available for the right individuals
Nothing that I can think off. Salary can be enhanced a little more!!!
Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)
Work related travel: This job involves International Travel, Travel Within Country.
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Technology / IT Department
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Ample of learning opportunities if you are willing to take it. Good work life balance in general. Good culture. Leadership if open to hearing employees issues and support them as possible.
Salary is lower compared to other firms.
Work policy: 3 days/week from office
Work timings: Flexible Timings
Work related travel: This is a desk job.
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Technology / IT Department
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MNC benefits.
Authoritative Leadership, Office politics, Biased opportunities and performance reviews. Forced attrition. Insurance policy is not good. Delayed hikes and promotions, Extended work hours due to hybrid work policy. Pets take most of the perks unless you work so hard that they have to share some. However, these are most common things that you will come across all IT companies. Just learn to survive, upskill and excel. Do not depend on your job or salary, have multiple streams of income without moonlighting and switch jobs whenever you get a good opportunity. Work for your own success not for the company....Read More
Work policy: 3 days/week from office
Work days: Monday to Saturday (Flexible Timings)
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Service Delivery Department
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Individual contributions are recognized through awards, bonuses, and public acknowledgment, creating a culture of appreciation The teamwork culture makes it easy to build relationships and work effectively across departments
The company is transparent about career advancement opportunities, offering clear pathways for growth and promotion The company offers a variety of employee perks and discounts
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Non Voice Department
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The company offers access to wellness programs designed to promote physical and mental wellbeing, ensuring employees can maintain a healthy worklife balance
Competitive salary and generous benefits package. Regular workshops are just one example of the company’s dedication to providing employees with the tools they need for success, inside and outside the office
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Operations Support Department
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Transparent leadership and an opendoor policy that encourages employees to share ideas, concerns, and feedback The nature of the projects keeps employees engaged and motivated, knowing their work is impactful and forwardthinking
Clear and transparent communication on company performance and future goals.
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This company provides a solid foundation for recent graduates, with ample opportunities for growth and development With regular training sessions and access to skillbuilding resources, employees feel motivated and prepared to take on new challenges The company understands that employees have personal lives and provides flexibility to manage both professional and personal commitments effectively
Positive Employees are encouraged to take ownership of their projects and responsibilities.
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Operations Support Department
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The company actively encourages employees to share and implement new ideas, fostering a creative and dynamic workplace Loyal employees are consistently rewarded with enhanced benefits and bonuses over time, promoting job satisfaction and retention With a diverse team across different roles, freshers can expand their professional network early in their career
Comprehensive benefits package Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses and growth opportunities.
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IT Infrastructure Services Department
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The company provides multiple opportunities to learn new Technology and implementing the skills, along with proper guidance.
Company should be flexible in rating the employees in their reviews.
Work policy: If necessary, then we work from office. Otherwise, WFH is always supported.
Work days: Rotational Shift (Flexible Timings)
Work related travel: This is a desk job.
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Excellent range of benefits that go beyond just the basics, ensuring employees have the support and perks they need
A strong focus on mental health means the company prioritizes worklife balance, promoting a healthy and sustainable work environment With strong leadership and a clear vision for the future, employees can feel secure in their roles and longterm prospects at the company
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IT Infrastructure Services Department
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What I like most about cognizant is their toxic work culture and politics. To be honest, if there were jobs offers I wud have left cognizant, unfortunately my career is losing grip because of Emi's and rent pay. They just only pay you 20k for 4 years, no promotions, no awards, no recognition and no growth. And they ( Home Managers) fake all their policies and they humiliate people in front of all the teammates and colleagues, likewise in front of 40-50 group ppls if there is work done 80/100 % and if we ask about wholesome variables pay and incentives, they forced you to go to cognizant portal and give resignation. I have every screenshot of humiliation and disrespectful and cheating of my managers and other project heads...Read More
Dislikes everything and not satisfied. If they give 1L per month working salary, I won't work for them
Work policy: It's a permanent wFH job since Covid
Work days: Monday to Friday (Strict Timings)
Work related travel: This is a desk job.
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With a generous vacation policy and less workrelated stress, it’s easy to maintain a good worklife balance here
Managers and leaders work collaboratively with their teams to set goals and provide the tools necessary for success The company recognizes not only business milestones but also personal achievements, creating a positive and rewarding atmosphere for everyone
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Service Delivery Department
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Employees are given the creative freedom to explore new ideas, which leads to exciting and unique contributions to company projects
The company takes the time to highlight and reward hard work through companywide celebrations and small gestures that make employees feel seen and valued
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