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3.5

47% would recommend to a friend

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Sir Richard Branson and Josh Bayliss

76% approve of CEO

29% positive business outlook

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1.0
Sep 10, 2024

Top Down management

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

* The office environment is pleasant. * The company supports a healthy work-life balance. * Complimentary lunch is provided at the office. * There is a well-stocked snack cabinet with a variety of snacks and fresh fruits. * Employees enjoy the benefit of unlimited paid time off (PTO). * The company offers flexible working arrangements. * There are attractive perks, including a points system and various complimentary items.

Cons

* The management style tends to be top-down with a focus on task-oriented micro-management, and employees feel restricted in expressing dissenting opinions. * There are concerns about management taking credit for the work of employees. * There have been instances where senior management engaged in activities that some might find inappropriate, such as playing a game where they name the "10 people you hate most in the company." * There have been reports of management using the "silent treatment" approach, which involves excluding employees from important meetings or conversations. * There appears to be a lot of confidential discussions and gossip about colleagues, which can create a divisive atmosphere. * The workplace is described as highly political. * The environment can be perceived as clique-oriented, with concerns that hiring practices may favor personal connections over skills. * Concerns have been raised about the behavior of some senior leaders, including instances of perceived bullying and unfair treatment. * Some employees perceive the work environment as toxic or negative.

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Thanks for sharing both the positives and the concerns – it’s helpful to hear what’s working for you, as well as what’s not. We’re glad you’ve felt the benefits of our flexible working, unlimited leave and all the little touches in our office environment – they’re designed to help people feel comfortable, trusted and supported. That said, some of the experiences you’ve described don’t reflect the kind of culture we’re proud to build at Virgin. We’re serious about creating an open, respectful and inclusive place to work – where people feel safe to speak up, and where good leadership is shown through action, not title. We never take feedback like this lightly, and we’d really welcome the chance to understand more. If you’re open to it, please do reach out confidentially at people.team@virgin.com. – The Virgin People Team
1.0
Jul 27, 2022

Employees with diverse backgrounds are puppets

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Fun brand to work for

Cons

Seeks to promote diversity but cannot hire or retain employees with diverse backgrounds. Current employees of diverse backgrounds are used as puppets for the company to seem more diverse. These employees are almost always paid and promoted less than peers. The Head of People and the CFO are more focused on keeping compensation costs low than anything else. Employees of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to participate in DEIB groups but will find that they are the only one or one of a few that actually identify with the group's purpose. Leaders of DEIB groups are not compensated for their work.

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