Mass Hiring, Layoffs, and Toxic Culture - Marketing Capital.Com Employee Review

1.0
16 Mar 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Working for this company under the previous CEO was a good experience. The company had a very friendly and supportive culture that fostered teamwork and collaboration. The company used to offer help in relocation and the culture and motivation within the company were outstanding, with employees feeling supported and encouraged. There were many opportunities for growth and development, as well as regular feedback and recognition for hard work.

Cons

Capital was a great place to be until a new CEO took over. Ever since then, everything turned into a mess. The mass hiring of IG employees completely changed the culture and dynamics of the workplace. Meanwhile, layoffs became rampant, and it seems like mostly Belarusians, Russians, and Ukrainians are the ones being let go. What's worse, some people were fired on the same day without any warning or explanation, leaving them in a state of shock and confusion. To make matters worse, the company's new shiny office in London was exposed, which seemed to be more about image and status rather than practicality or efficiency. In addition, one of the key people in the company was known for throwing people under the bus and never standing up for his employees. This created a toxic work environment where people felt like they couldn't trust their colleagues or managers. Overall, I would not recommend working for this company under its current leadership. It's a far cry from the safe and supportive workplace that it used to be. If you value stability, fairness, and transparency in the workplace, you might want to look elsewhere.

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Cons

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Capital.Com Response
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Thank you for sharing your perspective. We are genuinely sorry to hear that your experience at the company was so negative. The concerns you’ve raised regarding workplace culture, communication, and employee treatment are taken very seriously. While these comments do not reflect the experience we aim to provide, we recognise that every employee’s journey matters, and feedback like yours helps us identify areas that require closer attention. We are committed to maintaining a professional, respectful, and supportive environment for all team members. Over the past months, we have been investing in strengthening leadership training, improving communication channels, and ensuring employees feel safe raising concerns through formal feedback processes. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts, even though they are difficult to read. We will continue working to improve our culture and ensure that every employee feels valued, respected, and supported.
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