Appalling culture of bullying and bad practice - Anonymous employee Innovate UK Employee Review

1.0
May 9, 2017
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Good pay for a town wage

Cons

Bullying is rife from senior staff and anyone who isn't monitored closely. Bullies are almost always paid off and incompetence is also rewarded. The introduction of the new CEO assisted in this organisation becoming a hellish place to work. Directors have been and remain dangerously incompetent in HR, Finance, Communications and the CEO herself. Turning a blind eye and burying what's going on in her quest to be recognised by government. This organisation needs to be audited at every level.

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Exciting opportunities to work across your sector and engage with exciting companies and stakeholders.

Cons

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Cons

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