Competent leadership overshadowed by understaffing issues - Anonymous employee MONY Group Employee Review

I really loved the team and learned a huge amount from the department head — genuinely strong leadership and mentorship. The team culture was supportive and collaborative, and the office meet-ups were always enjoyable and well run. It’s a place where you can grow quickly and feel part of something.

The role was advertised and hired under a “work your way” model, but this quickly changed to a forced 3 day office requirement. This lack of flexibility was disappointing and ultimately the only reason I chose to leave, as it didn’t align with what was originally agreed.

Supportive colleagues at team level who are doing their best in a high-pressure environment.

Delivery timelines are frequently set without meaningful technical input, with the primary driver being the need to demonstrate progress to stakeholders. This creates ongoing pressure to release work before it’s ready, resulting in rushed launches, avoidable rework, and increasing stress for delivery teams. There appears to be a growing focus on short-term, visible delivery over long-term sustainability, which can make priorities feel reactive rather than strategic. Management decisions in this area can feel disconnected from implementation realities, particularly during periods of external pressure. If you’re looking for an environment where delivery expectations are shaped collaboratively and timelines reflect implementation complexity, you may find this challenging.