Corruption In The Middle East - Anonymous employee CIPS Employee Review

1.0
15 June 2025
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The work environment had become increasingly toxic due to a combination of pervasive micromanagement, unethical practices, and a culture that, at times, feels more like a tightly controlled inner circle than a professional organisation. There have been concerning reports and observations of discriminatory behaviour, including instances of racism, as well as allegations of bribes and favouritism that undermine integrity and trust. The atmosphere is often described as “mafia-like,” where fear, silence, and loyalty to certain individuals take precedence over transparency, fairness, and accountability.

Cons

Turnover is a symptom there. The root issue is a culture that has caused emotional burnout, distress, and, in some cases, left people questioning their sanity from senior leadership.

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5.0
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My sense is that I've fallen on my feet at CIPS. They're uniformly friendly and professional, always willing to share advice and incredibly tolerant of a new starter's mistakes. And while I'm new to a very technically exacting profession, I'm being given time and space to grow and learn.

Cons

None that suggest themselves right now.

1.0
20 Feb 2026
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Pros

Location with free tea and coffee

Cons

Toxic culture with no progression and poor leadership

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