All hype and no value - UX Designer HubSpot Employee Review

3.0
19 Jun 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

-Recognisable brand name that looks good on your CV -Well-designed office spaces -Free lunches and snacks provided

Cons

-Employee culture is surface-level and driven by optics rather than genuine care -Cutthroat and political environment where collaboration is not encouraged -Prioritises performative innovation and image over real substance or product maturity -Poor leadership culture — some uncomfortable behaviours from senior figures went unaddressed -Unusual workplace norms that compromise professionalism (e.g., lack of boundaries around pet policy)

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HubSpot Response
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Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We’re so glad to hear you enjoy your experience in the office in Cambridge. We take our culture very seriously here, which is why we’ve spent the last number of months reflecting and evolving our culture as a leadership team. We hope you feel energized about the culture evolution and our new Culture Commitments announced in Monday’s all-company meeting. It is very much our intention to continue creating a healthy, sustainable culture that supports employee growth. If you have any questions or concerns about what this means for you, please connect with your manager. Thanks for all that you do!

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