EY reviews

The tax department that I am in is currently plagued by a highly toxic and unprofessional culture, driven entirely by a Tax Director. Targeted Bullying & Favoritism: Management seems heavily leaning on personal biases rather than performance. Favourites are openly courted (often through non-professional means like baking cakes), while those deemed "not hardworking" based on subjective prejudice are subjected to subtle bullying, obsessive nitpicking, and malicious gossip. Toxic Atmosphere: This one director frequently spreads harmful rumors and opinions about people under her, creating an environment of paranoia and distrust. Zero Escalation Path: The Director's manager (the partner) is a close friend, meaning all internal feedback is protected, dismissed, or met with retaliation. There is no psychological safety or accountability here and no form of recourse except to tolerate or leave. Mass Attrition: Because of this oppressive regime, morale is at an all-time low, and team turnover is rapidly accelerating.

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