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abrdn.com/en-gbAbout jobs at abrdn
Pay
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Only some people get paid breaks
Do workers at abrdn get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
How we know this
60% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
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Most people get sick pay
Do abrdn pay sick pay?
Yes. Most people get proper sick pay.
How we know this
100% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and August 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
Workplace
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do people at abrdn feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
73% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Most people get proper breaks
Do people at abrdn get proper breaks?
Most people get proper breaks.
How we know this
80% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and August 2024.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at abrdn recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
50% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and August 2024.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Most people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at abrdn?
Most people got enough training when they started.
How we know this
80% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
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Only some people get support to progress
Are people given support to progress at abrdn?
Only some people are given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 60% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and August 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
abrdn job reviews
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Best thing
40 days Holiday & good pension
Worst thing
Culture of overworking & incompetent managers who slam you with work
abrdn Administrator, May 2024
Handy to know
How are people paid?
Based on 10 abrdn employees
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