Unfulfilled promises and poor management - Associate Director ADAS Employee Review

1.0
20 Aug 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Nothing. This review is in relation to ADAS Land. Specifically the utilities/ access rights team.

Cons

The role I was hired for did not align with the job description. The key project I was brought on for, which was a central part of the hiring discussion, had not started after six months. The company suffered from a lack of clear business strategy, poor internal communication, and a confusing organisational structure. The management team frequently micromanaged employees, which contrasted sharply with the autonomy I was promised. The company was also unwilling to invest in essential resources, even those with clear potential for new business. A recent rebrand was poorly executed and was not supported by an established client base. The office culture was segregated, offering no opportunities for social engagement or networking. After I resigned, all communication from the company abruptly ceased, despite my departure being handled on amicable terms.

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2.0
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Pros

The vast majority of people that work at the company are hardworking and decent. Annual leave and flexibility are plus points.

Cons

Leadership of some managers leaves a lot to be desired. My manager had the eye and ear of the directors and despite her publically slating them and there out of work extra curricular activities managed to sweep her incompetence under the carpet. Don't be seen as a threat to some or they will do there best to defame.

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ADAS Response
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We recognise that staff are our most valuable asset and that their integrity, commitment and loyalty is vital to how we conduct our business, and to the long-term success of the company. We are always concerned to hear of any perceptions of the type reported here. As a matter of policy: - ADAS values, rewards, recognises and promotes people with fairness and equality. - ADAS is committed to addressing possible areas of concern to employees and to continually improving performance as an employer. - The Directors of the company interact freely with staff at all levels and are always keen to seek ideas, comments and feedback on all aspects of the business. I am really not interested in people ‘telling me what (they think) I want to hear’ as that is of no use to me at all. I may not always agree with what I am told, or be able to respond in the way that people would like, but I need to hear their honest thoughts and views. - As part of the process of seeking constant feedback, all departing employees are invited to undertake a comprehensive exit interview, the results of which are shared with relevant managers and Directors and action taken as appropriate. I am sorry you did not enjoy your experience with us, but I wish you well in your future career. Colin Speller, Group Managing Director
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