Cool product, mediocre brand, okay-ish employer - Anonymous employee TikTok Employee Review

2.0
Nov 26, 2019
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

-loud name to have on the CV -a lot to learn, mainly about your own capacities -a great chance to work in a cross-cultural environment -great talented people with loads of experience

Cons

-unclear long term goals -all about growth, not retention -each team has it's own set of goals -low morale -9-6 in and out every day. no wfh which is a bit shocking in a context of both London and a tech company -no useful benefits

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Pros

There are some truly fantastic and talented people in the company who make daily collaboration a great experience. Additionally, the insurance and overall health benefits package is quite strong and comprehensive.

Cons

The work culture is heavily driven by top-down directives from HQ, leaving little room for open discussion, transparency, or questioning management decisions. The bi-yearly rating cycle feels highly punitive and is frequently used to target individuals rather than foster growth, leading to an environment where anyone can be abruptly let go. Work-life balance is virtually non-existent due to tedious, high-volume workloads and constant alignment with overseas timelines. Furthermore, leadership instability is a constant concern; local management changes rapidly, frequently replaced by leaders from the parent company, creating an unpredictable and highly volatile work environment.

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