Cundall Reviews

Working with the technical team leads in London is a truly disgusting experience. You can never trust a word they say, even if it's in writing half the time, and they will chew you up and spit you out. I was lied to my face repeatedly by higher-ups. Micro-management is also through the roof with them; you find yourself questioning even the phrasing of simple Teams messages. They persistently play politics with people on lower grades, openly devalue you in front of colleagues, and are hilariously clear about playing favourites. People at lower grades should not have to have stand-up arguments with someone in a leadership position of another office (London) when the latter tries to blame an intern / graduate for something that one of the London team messed up.

Team culture can vary a lot depending where you land. In some teams the management style leans toward micromanagement, and there can be limited room to take genuine ownership of your work or to correct mistakes independently before they escalate. The culture in places blurs the line between colleagues and close friends, which won't suit everyone — those who prefer clearer professional boundaries may find it a difficult fit.