Designit Reviews

2.6

24% would recommend to a friend

(254 total reviews)
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Keri Dawson

40% approve of CEO

14% positive business outlook

Designit has an employee rating of 2.6 out of 5 stars, based on 254 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Designit employee rating is 30% below average for employers within the Management and consulting industry (3.7 stars).

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254 reviews
1.0
11 Jul 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Learning Opportunities: Blimey, copin' with a toxic environment is like takin' a crash course in resilience and conflict resolution! It's like fightin' off dragons with a teacup and comin' out stronger on the other side. Motivation for Change: Ah, the silver linin' in this dreadful storm cloud! Endurin' negative experiences is the kick in the trousers we need to grow personally and professionally. It's like bein' slapped by a wet fish that says, "Time to step up, my friend!" Building a Network: In this sea of misery, there's a chance to connect with like-minded souls who dream of escapin' to better opportunities. It's like findin' a secret club of adventurers plottin' their escape from this treacherous work dungeon. Appreciation for Better Environments: By Jove, more than ever, I appreciate the importance of positive work culture, respectful leadership, and healthy workplace dynamics! It's like discoverin' a hidden treasure chest filled with rainbows, unicorns, and endless supplies of proper tea. Oh, how I yearn for such a paradise!

Cons

Blimey, working in this wretched toxic mess 'as taken a proper toll on me. Let me regale you with a jolly list of the effects I've suffered: Emotional and Mental Strain: The constant gaslighting and manipulation 'ave turned me into a doubting Thomas, questioning me own abilities and worth. I feel like a right proper 'ot mess, I tell ya. Feelings of Isolation: In this absolute madhouse of a workplace, it's like tryin' to make friends at a tea party with a bunch of stuck-up aristocrats. The toxic culture breeds competition and distrust, making it near impossible to forge genuine connections or find comrades in this corporate battlefield. Suppressed Creativity: Welcome to the creativity graveyard, where efficiency is king and innovative ideas bite the dust. The fear of retribution or gettin' the boot squashes any motivation to think outside the box. It's like being trapped in a straitjacket while tryin' to paint a masterpiece. Lack of Trust in Leadership: 'Ere we 'ave a fine example of leaders dodgin' accountability like a sly fox dodgin' the hounds. Watchin' these so-called leaders ignore or brush off instances of racism and toxicity leaves me feelin' like I'm in an alternate universe where common sense and decency are lost arts. Erosion of Work-Life Balance: Balance, you say? That's as rare as findin' a well-behaved pigeon in Trafalgar Square. In this place, profits rule the roost, while the well-being of us poor souls is tossed aside like yesterday's fish and chips. Burnout is the latest trend, my friend, like a spot of rain in London—ever-present and utterly dreary. Emotional Trauma from Firings: Step right up, ladies and gents, and witness the heartless firing extravaganza! It's like watchin' a tragic Shakespearean play, with colleagues gettin' the axe in the most brutal and unfeelin' ways. Farewell handshakes replaced by swift kicks in the pants, leavin' us all feelin' like pawns in a game of chess played by heartless villains. Loss of Passion and Purpose: Oh, crikey! The company's values are about as real as the Loch Ness Monster, mate. It's all about cashin' cheques and grabbin' bonuses, while any sense of purpose or fulfilment is tossed aside like yesterday's crumpets. It's like bein' trapped in a Monty Python skit gone horribly wrong. Now, let's put an end to this cheeky charade, shall we? It's high time to bid adieu to this dreadful workplace and set sail for greener pastures where the tea is proper and the leaders actually know their onions.

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Designit Response
2y
We appreciate your willingness to provide feedback. What you have experienced does not align with Designit's values, and I am sorry to learn of the negative outcomes you describe here. I recently joined London as Head of Studio, and it is extremely important to me to address the concerns you have raised. We have several forums in place to express your concerns, including one to ones, leadership firesides with Q&As, Town Halls, engagement surveys, and processes like Spot and whistleblowing. I encourage you to leverage these resources at your discretion. I would also appreciate the chance to address your concerns one to one as you are comfortable – please reach out to me directly so that we can start a conversation. Helen Wood Head of UK & Ireland
1.0
5 Jun 2023
Recommend
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Pros

- Past design heritage and portfolio of projects - Great individual designers and teammates who strive to do good work

Cons

- Toxic new C-suite (ex-Capco consultants) who don't understand people, design, or how to create a sustainable design business - Consultant driven decision making chasing quarterly revenue targets at the sacrifice of quality and impactful work - Degradation of design culture, and project pipeline, that used to exist - Uninspiring regional and global leaders who do not understand or wish to foster good design - Unhappy design teams who aren't supported or invested in due to all of the above - Toxic HR with practices that lack transparency, and who treat employees poorly

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Designit Response
2y
Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry you feel this way and that you have left with this impression of Designit. It’s a shame that we didn’t get the opportunity to reassure you and address your concerns whilst you were still with us. I recently joined London as Head of Studio and I have been impressed by the amazing creative talent we have. It's because of this, that the London leadership team and I are committed to supporting and amplifying our people. We have created a space for our Designers to contribute from a grassroots level into our strategy in all aspects of our studio. From, business to culture to ways of working to craft, to name some topic areas. I can also attest to the commitment to creativity, I have seen from our Global leaders. One example to share is the launch of a Designit Creative Council. This Council seeks to bring together our creative people from across the Globe in Designit. Our creative community will hold our Leaders to account. Providing the right balance between business and creativity. I understand that you have now moved on and I am disappointed we did not have the opportunity to remind you of the various channels to raise concerns. We have, engagement surveys, one to one’s, leadership firesides with Q and A’s, Town Halls. We also have People policies and processes like Spot, Whistleblowing, and grievance. Finally, thank you again for your feedback. I wish you the very best on your next chapter. Helen Wood Head of UK & Ireland
1.0
22 Nov 2022

Don't bother.

Anonymous employee
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Pros

There used to be some.

Cons

A global Leadership team that doesn't lead, they just micro manage people as subordinates. Stakeholders that don't like being told the truth. (Their ego's are more important). Poor remuneration for employees and attracting new talent. (champagne taste/lemonade money). No empathy from management. Toxic work environment. Exec-Directors with poor soft skills that speak down to people. Favouritism. No shared accountability. Poor employee benefits. (You can't even expense travel despite it's written in to the contract of employment, but they'll pay bonuses to senior directors) A CEO that harps on about sustainability but gets Limousine's to visit studios, and complains about 4* hotels despite the business isn't turning a profit. No support from HR Poor scrappy on boarding experience. (not everyone gets one) Poor interview processes with tasks. This isn't a values-driven business, what the website says and isn't a reflection of what is practiced daily. Bullying. constructive dismissal of employees. (I've seen it happen more than once). No inspiration 0 empowerment

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