Good employer - Anonymous employee UK Biobank Employee Review

5.0
Feb 17, 2025
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Hybrid working, family friendly, innovative

Cons

Lots of change, top down communication needs improvement

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UK Biobank Response
1y
Thank you for taking the taking the time to write a review of your time at UK Biobank, we are certainly glad to see that it was a positive experience for you. We pride ourselves in offering a flexible and people focussed environment. Increasing funding opportunities have allowed us to make significant investments in new systems and process which will benefit us as we grow. The impact of any such changes can be unsettling but we do believe that there will be a great benefit in the long run. I will be sure to raise the points you have made to the Exec team.

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4.0
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Genuinely warm and inviting company, great employees and colleagues.

Cons

A lot of frustrated people trying to do their best during a really challenging evolution of the business. Opportunities to learn and develop can be feast or famine.

5.0
Apr 8, 2026
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Pros

I am a current employee at UKB and have been with the organisation for over two years. My manager actively encourages personal development and involves me in meaningful initiatives. Communication is a real strength within our team, creating a supportive and collaborative environment. It’s great to be part of such an inspiring organisation.

Cons

The organisation is currently going through a phase of rapid growth, which is largely a positive. At times, this can increase workload demands, but with supportive management in place, these challenges can be monitored and managed effectively. Overall, it’s great to be part of this organisation with exciting plans for the future in Manchester Science Park!

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UK Biobank Response
2mo
Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review. It’s great to hear you feel supported and are benefiting from strong communication and opportunities for development within your team. We also hope you’re also making the most of our annual employee personal development allowance. We appreciate your balanced perspective on our current growth phase. Over the past few years, UK Biobank has experienced significant growth, expanding both our capabilities and our impact. While this can at times increase workload demands, we are committed to ensuring the right support is in place so teams can continue to thrive. It’s encouraging to hear your optimism for the future—there are exciting opportunities ahead, particularly at Manchester Science Park. Thank you for being part of our journey.
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