Pros
Some fantastic and talented individuals. Good opportunities for learning and development, but only if you fit a specific mould.
Cons
Appalling work/life balance following challenging systems upgrade. Managers promote and develop employees in their own image. Brown-nosing and involvement in fluffy HR initiatives count for more than core role performance. Lack of diversity and inclusion - most Senior managers are white, middle-aged, middle class males, and almost carbon copies of each other. Poor record of mental health - company does enough to look good on the surface but most employees leave the company following a mental health absence even if it is directly associated with work/life balance, work- related stress or bullying. Lack of equality and transparency especially regarding remuneration and hierarchy - too many people undervalued until the point of resignation when suddenly there are ‘options’. Gossip culture especially at Senior level.
