LADbible Group Reviews

Weird rivalry between London and Manchester offices Almost all of the managers are weird - too pushy, too relaxed, too out of their depth Making mandatory office days when we showed we were very capable of doing our jobs from home - unnecessary costs on top of the cost of living crisis Free bar - creates a boozy culture, if you don’t drink or you’re a more introverted person the kingfishes in the office are difficult to like Progression here is like getting blood from a stone - actually you might have more luck with the stone Constantly chasing numbers - feeling like you’re just a worker ant with next to no chances to be actually creative with what you’re filming/editing/pitching Everyone’s extremely overworked and due to this taking time off creates problems when you resume your normal pace of work Sexism and racism - “b word,” “wh word,” “c word” used in work conversations, patronising to minorities

*The culture can feel toxic and cult-like, heavily influenced by outdated 'lad' culture references. *Very little flexibility for parents or those planning to start a family. Working mums in particular seem to struggle with balancing childcare and work demands. *Mandatory three days in office fosters a strong culture of presenteeism, with little regard for individual circumstances or productivity. *A heavy drinking culture dominates social interactions, which can feel exclusionary or uncomfortable for some. *Employees are routinely overworked and underpaid. Despite frequent messaging around mental health, genuine support is lacking. *Leadership is disconnected from staff, creating a clear ‘them vs. us’ divide. Transparency is minimal, and employee input is often dismissed. *No real investment in training or professional development. Career progression is virtually nonexistent. *High turnover across teams, including among new starters, speaks volumes about the internal culture.