Skip to contentSkip to footer
      employer cover photo
      employer logo
      employer logo

      HiBob

      Engaged employer

      HiBob reviews

      It's a mess. - Anonymous employee HiBob Employee Review

      1.0
      23 Mar 2023
      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Many of the people are truly wonderful...but everyone ends up leaving because of the toxic culture

      Cons

      For a company that claims to be all about culture, the work environment is comically bad. They claim to support flexibility but provide absolutely no leeway. They force an in-office culture despite claiming to believe that "the world of work has changed" and "remote work is the future" (their own words). Sales quotas are unattainable and they constantly lie to employees, claiming "no layoffs!" right before laying off a quarter of the the team with no warning. They dangle promotions above people's heads and then claim that there was never any planned path to promotion. There is no strategy, they throw things at the wall and see what sticks, and when it doesn't they blame the employees. They can't keep employees and it's a revolving door. And HR and management are not there to support you. You have no one but your own team who are suffering alongside you.

      avatar
      HiBob Response
      3y
      Thank you for your review. We really do have an amazing group of people at Hibob. We take all your concerns seriously and we want to let you know what we are doing to combat them. Hibob is committed to providing a flexible work environment for all. All of our sites operate a hybrid model in working. We consulted with our bobbers and found that having some in person time with each other is essential for connection and creativity, whilst keeping all the many positives of remote working. We are investing in our offices as we see a huge benefit in human interaction, and we know how important the sense of belonging to each one of us as humans. We have also introduced our global ‘work from anywhere policy’ which allows bobbers to work anywhere in the world for 2 months of the year. We recently lowered quotas in the Americas in response to feedback from sales leadership and in consideration of current market conditions. We’re also very transparent with sales teams about how their performance is measured so that decisions can be made on an objective basis. We are constantly aiaming to improve our product and adapt to changing markets, which is something that is a big focus for us in 2023 as we grow through the current economic headwinds. We are also committed to all bobbers being able to grow a career at Hibob and we want to give everyone the opportunity to grow in whichever direction they want to. We recognise that as a growing business we don’t always get this right. But we have introduced out ‘HiGrowth’ review process with the emphasis being on how we can get you to where you want to be. Our people team and managers are there to support all bobbers in the strictest confidence. It concerns us that you feel this isn’t the case.

      Explore other reviews about HiBob

      5.0
      7 Jun 2026
      Customer success
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Does Glassdoor have a character limit? Honestly, this is the best company to work at. The people are absolutely incredible. Super smart and supportive, it’s a great combo. I love our office lunches, perks (gym/wellness stipend for example) and just overall good vibes. Product is massive so definitely know that there’s more to learn everyday. That’s the beauty though, it’ll never be boring.

      Cons

      No cons - more like suggestion. Bigger office so we can come in more!

      avatar
      HiBob Response
      6d
      Wow, thank you for this amazing review! We’re so happy to hear that you’re enjoying the people, culture, office lunches, perks, and overall vibe at HiBob. Creating an environment where smart, supportive people can do great work together is something we care deeply about. We also love your point about the product — there’s always more to learn, and that’s what keeps things exciting. And noted on the bigger office suggestion. We love that you want to come in more! Thanks again for being part of the Bob journey.
      2.0
      26 Mar 2026
      Account executive
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Fully remote environment with a lot of flexibility. Most people across the organization are genuinely kind, collaborative, and supportive to work with.

      Cons

      There is a continued narrative around an upcoming IPO that does not feel grounded in current market realities, especially given broader trends where even much larger, much more established companies are holding off. Stop saying it is coming...it's likely not for a very long time if ever. The product was USED TO BE highly differentiated, but the HRIS space has become much more competitive and many alternatives now offer similar or better capabilities. In the U.S. market specifically, some of the company’s core messaging around culture and DEI does not resonate as strongly with buyers as it may have in the past. Things have shifted here and companies are not focused on this anymore. Payroll was highly anticipated but has not met expectations, and its limited adoption has made it harder to position as a strength in sales cycles. Even HiBob doesn't use it's own payroll to pay our employees. From a go-to-market perspective, there are challenges in selling upmarket. The brand and product positioning is not aligned with enterprise expectations, which creates additional friction in longer, more complex sales cycles. Leadership tends to stay optimistic about these dynamics but could benefit from more direct acknowledgment of market feedback and competitive realities. It's not working in the US at all. It never really has.

      4
      avatar
      HiBob Response
      2mo
      Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. We’re glad to hear that you value the flexibility of our remote working arrangements and the collaborative culture we encourage across the organization. Regarding the US market, it's true that there has been a major shift. However, the US remains one of our largest growth opportunities and we're ensuring a better product-market fit as we aim to scale. Our messaging is evolving to better reflect this. We appreciate the honest perspective on payroll, positioning, and the competitive outlook. These are areas we evaluate on a regular basis, and we're actively working on a more defined proposition and greater brand awareness. Finally, we're unable to use our own Payroll product to ensure the confidentiality of our employees' data. This is best practice amongst payroll organizations.
      See reviews by: Helpful|Rating|Date|All
      Related searches: HiBob jobs | HiBob salaries | HiBob benefits | HiBob interviews
      HiBob reviewsHiBob review