Really enjoyed working here - Anonymous employee Defra Employee Review

5.0
20 Apr 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Work culture and meaningful work

Cons

Career progression not always clear.

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3.0
7 Apr 2024
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

It can feel like a nice department to work in in terms of the subject area It is possible to move sideways easily

Cons

Flexibility we had during covid is decreasing. When based outside of London now you can feel left out of opportunities and conversations Pay is less than equivalent grades in other departments

4.0
2 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- Interesting range of projects - Friendly and helpful people - Flexi-time arrangements

Cons

- Unclear progression paths (in level and pay) - Red tape, bureaucracy in places

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