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Inadequate Workplace (UK HQ) - Anonymous employee Practical Action Employee Review

1.0
25 May 2023
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Good pension scheme due to industry

Cons

- Bloated departments, don't expect to have much to do - Bare-bones internal communication - 90% of managers are poor - The most inept HR department I've experienced, don't expect communication or responses no matter the topic - Not suitable for diversity - Culture of being scolded for not being positive - "toxic positivity" - Job listings aren't accurate - No pay rises for inflation - Outdated systems, no will to replace them - Senior management is out of touch - Policies that go unfollowed

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Cons

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