Talented people, but leadership and culture challenges - Anonymous employee Filtrona Employee Review

1.0
17 Mar 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Convenient office location. The Innovation team stands out with strong industry knowledge and a positive attitude. There are talented individuals across the organisation who work hard despite the broader challenges.

Cons

Leadership is the biggest issue. The CEO does not appear to have the leadership capability required to run the organisation effectively, resulting in a lack of clear strategic direction. Decisions often feel reactive rather than strategic, making it difficult for teams to plan and execute effectively. Staff turnover has been extremely high, and many capable and experienced people have left the organisation in recent years. Good people continue to leave while the underlying leadership issues remain unchanged. The environment often reflects a short-term approach to talent management rather than a focus on developing and retaining people. The company operates within a private equity ownership structure, which can reinforce a strong short-term performance focus. HR is widely perceived as protecting management rather than acting in the best interests of employees, which has eroded trust internally.

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Cons

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1.0
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Pros

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Cons

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