Kennedys reviews about "management"

Toxic management, workplace bullying. No constructive criticism. Even colleagues would be prepared to snake and throw you under the bus instead of trying to support one another.

There is a disconnect that sometimes arose between management and the staff doing the day-to-day. Poor technology (HR, IT and Business Development) and slow change of culture heading in a negative direction plus increase in stress among teams at the time when I left.

A lot of senior management and partners aren’t very approachable with the culture feeling a bit old school. The office atmosphere is strict, with an expectation to work in silence, which makes it hard to collaborate or feel part of a team or even feel like there's any point in coming into the office. In the London office especially, some partners have a reputation for intentionally intimidating or patronising junior staff, which creates an uncomfortable and demoralising environment. There’s still a tendency for partners to bring in their kids for work experience! Socials still tend to revolve around drinking, which isn’t inclusive for everyone. Sespite multiple people requesting different types of socials which are activities instead of drinking but these are ignored. When we do have social, conversations can feel cliquey and exclusive. Communication and transparency from the management needs a lot of improvement, Some partners are known for being overly controlling or difficult to work with and it’s not unusual to hear them speaking negatively about each other or other colleagues in the office. There’s also a noticeable divide between fee earners and support staff, with some partners treating non fee earners, such as facilities staff, quite poorly.

Not much support Lack of management

Huge disconnect between management and staff - staff generally don’t feel valued or listened to which has led to multiple departures

case management system lets them down massively. 7 hours chargeable target a day poor pay Quite chaotic at times

- Compensation: While salaries are competitive, there's room for improvement to better retain and attract top talent. - IT Infrastructure: Some technology and systems issues occasionally impact productivity, though the firm is actively addressing these problems and making improvements.

Support staff sucks. Management doesn't want to invest in support staff. Pay is not the best. NY firm is a bit siloed. Its still ID work so it can get miserable at times. Sometimes firm culture can be a bit catty - lots of people talking behind your back and you gotta watch what you say to certain folks.