Would not recommend at all - Anonymous employee Personio Employee Review

Micromanagement is a major problem that has been detrimental to morale and productivity. My manager is overly controlling and constantly looking over my shoulders. They created a toxic work environment where employees feel undervalued, demotivated, not empowered to contribute. Managers don't trust their employees and don't give them the autonomy to complete their tasks without unnecessary interference. Additionally, the lack of clear goals, strategies, and expectations has been confusing and frustrating. Without a clear direction it is difficult to understand what is expected of you and how you can contribute to the company's success. In my case, this led to a lack of motivation and engagement, as I felt unsure about how my work fits into the bigger picture. Even when I asked my manager the response was vague and not helpful at all. The great leaders framework that is always mentioned here in the comments is not preventing leadership to misbehave and they are definitely not leading by examples. Finally, the responsibilities of different teams were not clearly defined, which led to a lot of confusion and frustration when working on cross-functional projects. Overall, I would not recommend Personio to anyone looking for a structured and supportive environment that values clear communication, defined goals, measurable success, and growth. Believe me, this is a feeling shared in all departments.