Pros
Fully remote company with Summer and Christmas gatherings.
Cons
In my experience, for a company of this size, the lack of benefits and flexibility is disappointing. While annual reviews and pay rises are frequently referenced, in practice they feel more like a way of managing expectations than delivering meaningful outcomes. Given the relatively flat structure and limited layers of approval, it seems unreasonable that promotions are restricted to once per year. Feedback does not feel freely flowing, and having to wait for annual reviews to receive meaningful input feels outdated and ineffective. There is no private healthcare or dental coverage, maternity leave is very limited, as are pension contributions, no gym/charity days. Considering this is a fully remote company with no office overheads, this lack of investment in employee benefits is particularly surprising and does not reflect the level of commitment expected from employees. A key concern, and something I would strongly encourage candidates to explore during the interview process, is the lack of clear separation between HR, operations, and business ownership. These functions appear to sit very closely together, with little practical distinction. As a result, it is difficult to view HR as an independent or impartial function, which raises concerns about how objectively people-related matters are handled and how safe it is to escalate issues. This structure can also give the impression that personal relationships and internal networks have a greater influence on decision-making than they should. I feel a “in-group vs out-group” dynamic, where access to tools, information, and opportunities is inconsistent. Communication is often poor, and management does not consistently provide guidance or support, with accountability frequently pushed downward.
