The RSA Reviews

I am writing to share my thoughts on the work environment at the RSA office. Having spent a significant amount of time in this organization, I feel it is important to highlight several negative aspects that have contributed to creating an exceptionally toxic atmosphere. I hope this feedback will help potential employees make an informed decision about joining RSA. First and foremost, the management at RSA is exceptionally poor. Managers primarily promote those who, to put it delicately, know how to ingratiate themselves, without regard for the actual competence and experience of the employees. As a result, individuals who work hard and have substantial experience are overlooked and undervalued. This leads to widespread dissatisfaction and frustration among the workforce. Consequently, 90 percent of the experienced staff have left this organization, leaving behind only those who are "patted on the back" for being compliant workers. Those who remain are mainly individuals who do not stand out for their skills but are willing to comply with every whim of the management, further exacerbating the problem of lack of professionalism and competence within the company.

I arrived during one of the most distressing periods that the RSA staff has experienced in recent times. The new leadership has caused considerable detriment to the staff body by implementing changes in the organisation's strategy and staffing structure without prior consultation with its staff. The mandatory requirement of being in the office for three days a week lacks substantial business justification (upon consulting with HR, they explained 'this is just how it is'), which isn't particularly accommodating for working parents or staff with caring responsibilities. The effectiveness of DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives raises significant doubts, as they are not fully integrated into the organisation's mission, objectives, and values (important note: I've never witnessed senior management attend a DEI session organised by staff). The rate of staff turnover is alarmingly high, surpassing anything I've observed in any of my previous workplaces; leaving do's became a normal occurrence. There isn't any opportunity for training or development.