Supportive team but toxic leadership and low morale - Director RWE Employee Review

2.0
Jul 10, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good benefits (retirement, PTO, Holidays,etc). ​The frontline team members are incredibly resilient and supportive of one another despite the leadership challenges.

Cons

​Decimated Morale & Out-of-Touch Policies: A recent McKinsey takeover in senior leadership completely destroyed company morale, starting with a rigid, poorly managed Return-to-Office (RTO) mandate. ​Hidden Layoffs & Nepotism: Management practically laid off an entire internal departments under the guise of restructuring, only to immediately rebuild them using remote contractors and personal friends brought in from McKinsey. ​Complete Lack of Diversity: Senior leadership is a monoculture of white males who exclusively look out for their buddies. There is zero true commitment to diversity, equity, or inclusion at the top. ​Hostile Work Environment: Highly misaligned and poorly structured OKRs have actively pitted departments against each other, creating a deeply toxic and hostile cross-functional environment. ​Pay Inequity & Mistreatment: There are glaring issues regarding pay equity and the mistreatment of existing high performing employees. Clear discrepancies exist between how legacy internal talent is compensated and promoted, versus outside hires brought in through favoritism.

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5.0
Jun 16, 2026
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Pros

Good company culture, flexible working

Cons

Limited upward mobility, poor business fundamentals

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RWE Response
2w
Hello, thank you for your review. We are delighted that you have had a great experience with us! We want RWE to be a place where our unique personalities, perspectives and talents can make a positive impact on our careers, our livelihoods and our planet. If there is any way that we can enhance your experience with #TeamRWE, please get in touch with employer.branding@rwe.com.
1.0
Jun 28, 2026
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Pros

I wish I could say at least pay

Cons

The company’s bonus structure can be discouraging, as employees may lose bonus eligibility or have bonuses reduced when taking certain types of leave, including maternity leave. There have also been concerns regarding workplace culture and leadership accountability. Employees have witnessed instances where colleagues were spoken to in an unprofessional or disrespectful manner, and it often felt that concerns were not addressed until significant escalation occurred. Additionally, there appears to be a disconnect between upper management and the day-to-day realities of the teams they oversee. In some cases, leaders lack direct experience in the functions they manage, which can create challenges in decision-making and resource allocation. Career progression is another area of concern. Employees are frequently asked to perform responsibilities associated with higher-level positions without receiving corresponding title changes, promotions, or compensation adjustments. This can lead to frustration and concerns about fair recognition of contributions.

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RWE Response
3d
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re sorry to hear that aspects of your time at RWE did not meet expectations. We take feedback seriously, especially when it relates to culture, leadership accountability, and career progression. These are areas we continue to invest in, and we’re committed to creating an environment where colleagues feel respected and supported. Please feel free to get in touch with employer.branding@rwe.com for further discussion on this matter.
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