London Borough of Hackney Reviews

Pros

Friendly open environment Diverse Ideas from people at every level are taken into account Cares about local people Nice offices

Cons

Tea and coffee in break rooms are not very nice

Pros

A permanent job in these times

Cons

Early hours and in all weather

Pros

Supportive management, friendly workplace, good ethos

Cons

Many roles offered on fixed term contracts, difficult to find permanent role due to funding issues

Pros

Great company benefits and access to professional training. Flexible work arrangements and no micro management

Cons

None whatsoever an organisation seeking to grow and get the best out of the workforce.

Pros

I have spent 3 years at Hackney Council working in different departments. There are some excellent people and, for being a public authority, there is a push to modernize things. I was also supported into part-time study funded by them, which I will always be grateful. Loads of young people with great motivation to make a difference in the borough.

Cons

Senior Management not really listening to some staff issues, 'politics' getting in the way of decision-making process. Some employees who are extremely lazy and are just nesting there waiting to cash in their pensions.

Pros

The organisation, people, culture, business ethics and leadership

Cons

Very little opportunities to progress for mid-tier managers