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Compassion in World Farming

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Inspiring place to work, where you can support real impact! - Manager Compassion in World Farming Employee Review

5.0
1 Aug 2025
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Pros

Compassion in World Farming is a very special purpose led organisation where you feel part of something meaningful every day. The UK HQ team and wider global organisation, is full of passionate, talented people who care deeply about the mission, each other and the environment. Within the team I work in, there is a real culture of support, especially from my line manager, who genuinely invest in our growth and wellbeing. Opportunities for learning and expanding within my role are encouraged, and the hybrid working model offers a great balance, and is a model I really appreciate. Benefits like cashback schemes and wellbeing support are great. Compassion values resilience and adaptability, and actively tries to support you in return.

Cons

The nature of the work can sometimes be emotionally challenging, especially if you're closely connected to the issues we campaign on. It can be tough to witness the realities we’re working to change, and you need to be resilient and flexible. However, I have found that the shared passion, and sense of purpose, can really help you stay motivated and supported.

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Compassion in World Farming Response
10mo
Thank you for your review, your dedication to our mission and feedback is greatly appreciated. We ensure to take all feedback into consideration, as we continue to work together to create a positive work environment for all.

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4.0
26 Jan 2024
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Pros

Very driven team. I don't know someone who doesn't believe in our mission to reform our food system! Very collaborative environment, especially in US Office and across global Food Business team. Supportive US HR department. HR/Ops is always available to hop on a call and try to support. Food Business Leadership is strong and becoming more integrated globally. CIWF works on all species, which is nice to feel like we are impacting all animals - including broiler chickens, pigs, laying hens, and cows. Fish in the future! The vision of a regenerative food system is very strong, especially on the Food Business team. In US, good PTO and time off policy. 403B contribution is decent too. Good work-life balance in USA, but you have to ensure YOU log off and uphold a work-life balance yourself.

Cons

Career growth can be limited. Unless someone leaves, promotion is VERY limited, if not impossible. Merit based raises rarely happen. Unless your JD changes somehow, you are not guaranteed a raise. There are occasional global cost of living increases (2%-5%) that happen each year, but it's not guaranteed. Salaries have gotten higher over the years, but still lower overall in US Market. Hopefully leadership addresses this as we continue to grow. Global Leadership Team, including CEO, seems very distant and disconnected from the staff. He does not seem interested in improving personnel issues, company morale, or DEI issues. (He seems more interested in promoting his book tour.) There are a lot of people under him that believe in this and are driving organization change (chomping at the bit to reform!) but it ultimately comes down to GLT & the CEO making the call.

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Compassion in World Farming Response
2y
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us, we appreciate your honesty and openness in expressing your thoughts. We encourage all feedback, as it enables us as an organisation to grow and continually improve. We're glad to hear that you find the team at Compassion driven, and our environment collaborative. Regarding your concerns about limited career growth and perceived disconnect, please know that we take them seriously, as we understand the importance of providing opportunities for advancement and ensuring that all employees feel connected to CIWF wider mission. We are continually exploring ways to enhance career development opportunities and improve communication channels between leadership and staff. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us identify areas for improvement, we strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment.
4.0
21 Apr 2022
Recommend
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Pros

The people are kind and dedicated to helping animals. Vacation and paid parental leave is generous.

Cons

Pay is low for a US-based nonprofit.

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