Nov. 21, 2021 6:17 AM ET Seeking Alpha Summary (1) It is now obvious that the dividend is in no danger. (2) Dividend growth, if any, is likely to remain slow for the time being. (3) Several large projects promise enhanced profitability in the... — read more
Raise expectations
I believe most will be disappointed by their raise amount there is no plan to make you whole for year of no raises, no 401k match and other reduced benefits there is no plan to get you back to or above what you were making end of 2019 considering... — read more
401k and Pention
Got an offer and trying to understand more about Exxon benefits What to expect on the pension after 15 years of work? Offer close to. $150
saving plan (401k in U.S.) after resignation
Will you receive any instruction from HR regarding what to do with the assets in your your saving plan? Do people usually move their savings to new employers' plans (or IRAs), or just leave them in EM's plan? If you choose to move your... — read more
The official pay raise thread
Ok all , let’s use this thread to compare the % of raise received … Suggest your % raise, location (country) and if you got promoted..
Viridos Executes Agreement with ExxonMobil to Help Scale Algae Biofuels
Viridos low-carbon intensity biofuels may substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions while providing a sustainable and scalable option to help reduce GHG emissions in heavy-duty transportation November 19, 2021 08:30 AM Eastern Standard... — read more
Expats brought back and terminated?
A friend asked me whether expats are being brought back to their home countries under the premise of reassignment only to be terminated. The friend said their phone numbers suddenly stopped working. Is this happening?
2 Weeks Notice
To anyone who's quit: were you compensated for the two weeks after giving your 2 weeks notice? I know the company will often walk you out sooner but I've heard mixed things about whether or not they still pay that money. I am quitting sometime in... — read more
Lump sum pension when quitting?
Hi all - I am looking at my timeline for leaving the company. Last year 2020 and early 2021 I heard (and friends confirmed) that when they quit they were able to collect their lump sum vested pension (~$50,000 before taxes/fees.. this number depends... — read more
Raise excitement
I am optimistic for 10+ % raise : ) what about you guys?
Do ExxonMobil rehire?
Former KLTC employee here, I left exxon in 2019 and thinking of rejoining as I see related job opening? Do anyone know if exxon rehire? My experience: 10 Year, DevOps skillset, was CL 25 when I left. Thanks P
Salary Communication Prep
Saw these meetings pop up on my section head and supervisors calendars. Haven’t seen anyone mention them yet, is this prep for lower than expected raises or just a general prep on how to deliver it? Genuinely curious
Why are ExxonMobil LinkedIn posts so cringe worthy?
Whether these are posts from the public affairs, high Executives, managers, or worthless employees, they all seem fake, dishonest and desperate cheap attempts of self-promotion. Is there a judgement day for ExxonMobil and LinkedIn frauds?
Experienced hire at EM
Reservoir engineer, 12 years experience. Interviewed for a similar position and was told on Friday that I was successful. I would be coming from another major IOC. Main reason for wanting to leave current company is due to refusing to promote me to a... — read more
Basic premise of ExxonMobil
The basic premise of ExxonMobil is that talent is innate. This is in comparison to other companies which believe we can all improve and become better through effort and coaching. ExxonMobil picks their hot shots at year five of employment usually... — read more
forget about salary increase
If you can find another job, you should leave (which I'll do). If you choose to stay or cannot leave for whatever reason, just accept what is offered (whether it's meat or bone). In either case, you shouldn't bother speculating your salary increase... — read more
XOM's current state is bad and getting worse for a reason
When so many people hate the company they work for, can anything better be expected? This is the best proof that there is a major difference in productivity between happy and unhappy employees. When XOM had great pay, benefits, and actually cared... — read more
Pension
If someone resigns with less than 15 years of service, what happens to the pension? Is it paid as an annuity once the person reach 65? I heard that you can take the pension as a lump sum because they are encouraging people to leave.
Inclusive?
Is it me or is inclusivity getting worst? I’m an experience hire and a minority female who moved to a new department. Noticed I’m not invited to meetings that I should be invited to. Neither are some of the newer people. Should I speak up and... — read more
RSU SZN.
Anyone received their communication yet??
Increase in departures early next year?
Curious if anyone else already has a new job lined up and is just waiting for the holidays to be over and the new year to arrive so you can collect your 2022 vacation pay and jump ship. I wouldn’t be surprised to see an increase in departures for... — read more
Salary Treatments
Just now completing supervisor training related to salary treatments. HR gave the following general ranges applicable to our group depending on many different factors: O - 12-18% E - 10-15% VG - 5-12% G - 2-3% NI/NSI - Not eligible Obviously, a... — read more
CCS Ads during COP26
It is only me or does anyone observe the same thing as well - during COP26 weeks, I noticed that there are a lot of EM CCS Ad on my LI feed...but now that COP26 is over, ad about CCS is not really visible and this week is EM ad about the Women Global... — read more
Raise 2022
I got 2% raise as part of mid-year raise but my supervisor told me you may or may not get raise in Jan. I moved to new team now within surface. My new supervisor is a$$ not giving me clear answer I have to wait few weeks. This is pathetic after 2... — read more
Are you on track with your 401K and other retirement savings?
I am 52 and I am behind -- looking into future things do not look bright. I am trying to save more but I just think I am getting too old to catch up.
The Courage to Care
Just finished listening to the four speakers for “The Courage to Care”, an XOM event. It’s by far the best thing I’d heard in a long time and the best ever at XOM. If you can, I’d recommend to watch the recording. It inspired me to be a better... — read more
Exxon of Old - Question
For those who have been with the company for 15+ years, what was it like when EM was truly #1? Am curious as a younger employee who just left. How many of the sales points were true? Thinking specifically of long engaging careers, adequate... — read more
IT Town Hall
Any guesses on the number of “hotshot” comments we get? Anything at all to address IT specific attrition? Or will we get “all is fine! We don’t need developers and you’re all overpaid anyways!”
2021 PIP pass rate
Does anyone know that? Last year was 90% per my boss's boss
Major Changes Coming in 2022 to §174 Deduction of Research Expenses
By: CCH AnswerConnect Editorial https://www.wolterskluwer.com/en/expert-insights/major-changes-coming-in-2022-to-174-deduction-of-research-expenses Major Changes Coming in 2022 to §174 Deduction of Research Expenses A major change is coming... — read more
F&L and Chemical consolidation
Is it true? What is the scope? What is the timeline?
Stop Fooling Yourselves
Posts about people leaving their current employer (usually O&G) for a posh job with ideal working conditions and huge pay increases are (at best) unsubstantiated, and can be found on every board on this site. Reality: The people being shown the... — read more
Our Barnett Shale gas properties in Texas are for sale (Close Date: January 2021)
HOUSTON, Nov 15 (Reuters) - Exxon Mobil (XOM.N) on Monday launched a sale of its oil and gas properties in the first major U.S. shale field, a spokesperson confirmed, as part of a portfolio reshuffling to focus on more lucrative assets. The top U.S... — read more
Did any of the nepotistic employees got laid off of pip'd?
Since nepotism is so rampant in the company, does anyone knows of any nepotistic employees that got laid off or pip'd? I highly doubt it as these peeps are one of the privileged / protected class. Don't have to reveal names (as they will freak out... — read more
New Hire Raises
What’s the word on the street for New Hire pay rises? U.K. specifically but any input is valued. Thanks!
Big Oil Cannot Be Complacent - Managing Our OPEX by 2023 is the Key To Survival in 2050
PUBLISHED THU, APR 15 20216:08 AM EDT Vicky McKeever @VMCKEEVERCNBC Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/04/15/oil-could-plummet-to-10-by-2050-if-paris-climate-goals-are-achieved.html Wood MacKenzie Consultants Key Points (1) Oil could plummet... — read more
Resigned today
From BTC. Keep your 3 % :D I got inspired from one comment " Leave on your term before company decide for you"
Remember when Exxon used to have the best pay and benefits in the industry?
Every person I know who's leaving was offered more money than they were making here. Every single one of them. We are now among the lower-paying companies in the O&G industry when we were always at the top before. How exactly do they expect to keep... — read more