Pros
- Stable working hours and job security. - Opportunity to work on impactful, large-scale projects, even at an entry-level role. - Collaboration with some talented and supportive colleagues.
Cons
- Misalignment between responsibilities and compensation, with unrealistic expectations placed on entry-level roles. - Decision-making processes are excessively slow, delaying project milestones and frustrating progress. - Overemphasis on cost-cutting and frugality to the detriment of employee morale and project efficiency. - HR processes are outdated and inefficient, failing to lead by example for other business units. The small head office HR team struggles to support its own needs, let alone drive meaningful change across the organisation. - Leadership prioritises initiatives that cater to management rather than addressing broader employee needs. For instance, implementing Uber for Business was positioned as a benefit but is clearly aimed at senior staff. - Over-controlling management style stifles innovation and creates a tense working environment. - Offboarding process was poorly handled, adding unnecessary stress and leaving employees feeling unsupported.