Hard-working people, interesting work but high-pressure and unethical - Junior Project Manager A2V Employee Review

3.0
21 Feb 2022
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Pros

Lots to learn New skills to be gained Supportive people Interesting products Working with the Far East Team outings and in-office events Nice office and location (short drive to Ferndown highstreet and M&S)

Cons

Work/life balance is non-existent. Archaic processes - a lot of room for human errors. Poor management - Would benefit in allocating more time to train their new employees and putting in place better training for managers themselves. Practically no WFH is allowed - this perk is only for senior employees only but even then it still isn't encouraged. 'Finish early Fridays' = finish early BUT start half an hour earlier. Very unethical - despite what is said on their website. They do not care about the planet.

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A2V Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience as a Junior Project Manager at A2V. Your honest feedback is essential in guiding our efforts to improve and adapt. It's great to know that you appreciated the learning opportunities, supportive colleagues, and interesting work, as well as our team outings and office location. Creating a positive and engaging work environment is a priority for us, and your comments affirm the value of these aspects. We take your concerns about work-life balance, management practices, and ethical considerations very seriously. In response to feedback like yours, we have initiated a series of team round table discussions. These discussions have been instrumental in shaping a more flexible approach to work while maintaining the value of office-based collaboration. We recognise the importance of adapting our working model to suit both the needs of our business and our employees. This flexible approach is tailored to ensure we continue to deliver excellent service to our customers while supporting the well-being of our team. Your comments on the need to upgrade our processes have been noted. We are committed to modernising our systems and reducing reliance on manual methods. This will not only improve efficiency but also enhance accuracy and job satisfaction. We're also investing in more robust training programs for both new hires and our management team to foster a supportive and productive work environment. Regarding your observations on our work-from-home policy and 'Finish Early Fridays', these have been revisited in our round table discussions. We aim to make our flexible working policies more inclusive and beneficial for all team members, reflecting the changing dynamics of the workplace while maintaining effective collaboration. We also acknowledge your concerns about our environmental responsibility. We are dedicated to making meaningful improvements in our sustainability efforts and ensuring that our practices align with our ethical commitments. It has become one of our foundational values. We appreciate your advice to listen and trust our employees. A happy, engaged, and supported team is indeed key to the success of our company. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels valued, heard, and has the flexibility to balance their professional and personal lives effectively. Your feedback has been a valuable part of our journey towards positive change at A2V. We are grateful for your contributions and wish you the best in your future endeavours. We hope that our ongoing improvements reflect our commitment to our team and the values we all care about. Warm regards, Becks

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Cons

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Cons

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