A Warning to New Grads: The 'Remote' Bait-and-Switch
Pros
The colleagues are talented and hardworking individuals.
Cons
Deceptive Hiring Practices: Management targets recent university graduates with the promise of "fully remote" or "highly flexible" work. However, the contracts are written with the office in Aveiro as the official workplace. The Switch: After you’ve settled in, the company has a history of suddenly demanding a 100% return to the office with almost zero notice. This forces employees to either move their entire lives to Aveiro immediately or face termination/resignation. Lack of Support: Despite the forced relocation, there are no relocation benefits, no salary adjustments for the change in lifestyle, and a complete lack of empathy for the personal toll this takes. Legal & Turnover Issues: This isn't an isolated incident. There is significant turnover and multiple legal disputes regarding these labor practices.