Pros
The 'coal face’ people are fantastic; they are so passionate about what they do it makes it great to work with them. My line manager was the best manager I have ever had; unfortunately their manager was just an idiot in a position way too senior for their capabilities. This is the same with many senior managers within this organisation; promoted beyond capability due to the old boy network.
Cons
Salaries are lower than market rates; way over worked with it being expected to work 50+ hours per week as well as weekends when ever a senior manager says so. No thought from senior managers on the impact of this on staff. A culture of 'fear' is almost there; although I hesitate to use the word as many managers do hide this from the lower grade employees.