https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/accenture-agrees-pay-25m-resolve-alleged-employment-discrimination-violations

No cuts today? It was all done yesterday?

There has to be some big news coming. There is the global town hall to start the week, then most orgs have their discipline or function specific town halls that all mention “building on the global town hall”.

Is it just one big popularity contest or are the talent cards and resumes thoroughly vetted?

The vibe of the townhall seemed like a 3 hr 1970s indie movie were absolutely nothing happens! The usual cry over the ongoing demise of Chemicals business (probably the 10th quarter and still pending). Funny that an organization that keeps talking... — read more 

I've been looking around, and I realized should be paid more for the work I'm doing with my experience. I thought this place was one of the better payers. Was I wrong?

Shell Profit More Than Doubles to $9.8 Billion, Second-Highest on Record, as Iran War Lifts Prices Profit of $9.8 bln vs expectations of $8.9 bln, $4.3 bln year ago Share buybacks kept at $3 bln for next quarter Highest profit, operating... — read more 

A colleague in my group, with Shell 3-4 years, has a knack for ingratiating himself with our Team Lead and other more senior leaders. The guy’s sharp but so are a lot of others who just don’t seem to have that connecting charm. And it works. He... — read more 

Maybe not next week, but soon.

Under the “able” leadership of Ben and YL, Shell appears to be setting in the West like the sun. Before Shell finally sets, it is worth taking a hard look at what Shell Bangalore has actually contributed to the company. Beyond facilitating... — read more 

So no one has anything else to say about layoffs job cuts sites moving or selling off?

I had a two decade long career at Shell. I held on to all the shares that I got through PSP and the discount. Two years ago Shell gave me the ol' heave ho severance package because I don't match the DEI quota for senior leaders (aka male on a... — read more 

Updates?

Know your worth

Looks like Robert and Liz are both out and a new combined SVP role. Any views on what this looks like below their level and who the lead candidates for the new SVP will be?

If you take a look at the org chart, 6 EVPs reporting into Chief HR Officer with countless VPs underneath them. Seems very excessive for a corporate function? Corporate Relations doesn’t seem to have anywhere near as much bloat

Ivans announcement today gives a great opportunity to remove all hague based staff and consolidate to London and houston. Hopefully they can remove the redundant dutch staff, the gravy train will stop for them. Also a good chance to remove STCB... — read more 

We at STCB are worried and uncertain about our future. Like many others, we come here simply to look for clues, information, and perspectives about what might happen—not to disturb or upset anyone. This platform is one of the few places where... — read more 

Whats happening on this date, people keep mentioning embargo until this date. Yes I know the computational STCB Indian people will spam this post..ignore them please.

Why is this site now full of questions on india? I don't care about them, the computational team, how they will support their kids schooling et. Can we focus on the west as this is what this site is about. If those lot want to discuss india, then... — read more 

What’s the over-under for when we announce that we’ll “merge” with BP. I’m guessing Q3 2027.

why this time I hear target is on STCB, they dont charge so much , cut at expensive locations will help the economy

I know this restructuring is really difficult, and I understand how stressful and uncertain things must feel right now. But at the end of the day, a company is still a company. Its priority is the business and the money, not necessarily the people... — read more 

I mean we match on colors and both have a clowns running the show.

Every year, employees are asked to be honest and say how they really feel. We take the time to fill out the survey, the results are reviewed, presentations are made, and action plans are discussed. And then… what actually changes?

Hearing its the end of the road for a number of staff in a number of locations, looks like hubs are the focus now.

There have been quite a few discussions recently about potential changes and layoffs. Has anyone heard any confirmed information about what is happening with the Computational Team or whether they are affected? Would appreciate any reliable updates... — read more 

I know there have already been quite a few posts about STCB, but still I wanted to ask again because I genuinely want to understand what the plan is going forward. For me, the biggest confusion is whether it makes sense to start looking outside and... — read more 

https://theenergyyear.com/news/shell-looks-to-offload-up-to-8-billion-of-us-business/

Selling, but leasing back for 15 years is what I've heard.

Dear Shell employees, please l will like to get some advice from current and former Shell employees. Shell has been my dream company to work for and l am thinking of pursuing a career with Shell. Please any advice whether it’s a good choice based on... — read more 

Starting to witness some changes and challenges both at the stakeholder and operational levels. The miracle of Covid hands off performance is starting to show. As assets age no amount of resilience will improve performance and productivity. The Covid... — read more