Vantaggi
PBM is a well-established, small consulting firm that specializes in regulatory affairs in Asia for Western medical device and pharmaceutical companies. Working here will enable you to learn a lot about the medical industry, consulting, and business development. PBM is fast-paced and a great career-building experience if you are interested in consulting or business. The small size of the company enables you to have close relationships with your co-workers, who are extremely supportive, helpful, and understanding, as well as learn from them directly. There is a lot of trust and responsibility placed on to you. Tasks vary from sitting in on conference calls, formatting documents, conducting market research, and writing and editing medical technology articles. If you are hard-working and motivated, your work will be recognized and you will thrive.
Svantaggi
The CEO of PBM has a very particular character -- you will either tolerate it or become annoyed by it. You will constantly be asked to edit and re-edit documents until the CEO approves. He means well by his criticisms and wants you to do the best work you can do, but you will have to get used to his management style. It will be apparent if he favors you. You may have to complete vague tasks until you figure out what the CEO actually wants. Tasks may become repetitive, but there will always be something new to learn. How much you enjoy working here depends on the mindset you bring to PBM.