Stay away for your own wellbeing - Trading IG Group Employee Review

1.0
8 Feb 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

This outdated platform survives only because a small group of big-spending clients generate most of its revenue through leverage trading.

Cons

There are extensive concerns beyond what is listed here. I recommend reading other reviews to see the consistent patterns that emerge. Leadership's inexperience manifests in reactive, short-sighted decision-making. While off-sites and monthly updates exist, they lack consistency and appear designed more for optics than genuine transparency. Organisational instability is constant, with frequent terminations and restructuring. Cost-cutting through redundancies attempts to offset reduced pricing used to retain clients—a symptom of failed short-term strategies. Leadership capabilities fall short of expectations for a publicly traded company. The UK division recorded the lowest employee engagement scores company-wide, with widespread dissatisfaction regarding leadership and strategic direction. Information flow is erratic, with critical updates arriving at the last moment, creating operational challenges and limited response time. Internal development is neglected in favor of external hiring. High performers are leaving or actively seeking opportunities elsewhere, as the company offers minimal salary progression or advancement opportunities. The bonus allocation process is highly politicized and disconnected from actual performance metrics or individual contributions.

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5.0
11 Jun 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

You have where a lot of hats. Learn so much about the industry as a whole. Great people to work with.

Cons

Not too much help when you first start. Can get repetitive at times.

3
4.0
8 May 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Good Culture and solid office

Cons

Big Company can get lost

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