Burnout Machine – Avoid at All Costs - werkgeversreview Anonieme werknemer bij RavenPack

In a nutshell: - Constant policy changes - Micromanagement and lack of trust - Long commutes - Frequent strategic shifts - High turnover and layoffs - Poor work-life balance - Burnout culture - Lack of job security RavenPack markets itself as a modern, employee-friendly company with impressive perks: free breakfast, a slide in the office, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that appears innovative and forward-thinking. Unfortunately, my experience was the complete opposite. Many of the perks are presented as exceptional benefits, but once you join, you quickly discover they come with numerous restrictions and can change at any time without clear explanations. Everything seems to revolve around office presence and controlling employees' time rather than trusting people to do their jobs. Remote work policies are a good example. The rules constantly change and become more restrictive over time. Every quarter there are rumors about further limitations. Restrictions were added regarding which days could be taken, and the overall trend was always toward less flexibility, not more. The company also changed the shuttle bus schedule, forcing many employees to spend even more time commuting. When concerns were raised, management's response was essentially that the bus was a privilege and employees should be grateful for it. There was little acknowledgment that these decisions had a real impact on people's personal lives and work-life balance. If you live in Málaga and work from the Marbella office, be prepared for extremely long days. Many people leave home around 6:30 a.m. and do not get back until around 7:00 p.m. The company follows a recurring cycle: hire aggressively when funding is available, then conduct layoffs shortly afterward. There is a constant sense of uncertainty, and many employees never feel secure in their roles. I also witnessed multiple cases of people being dismissed just before completing their probation period. Strategic direction changes constantly. Priorities can shift every few months, affecting nearly every project. Everything is treated as urgent, and speed is valued far more than sustainability or quality. Long-term planning becomes almost impossible. The leadership culture was one of the most disappointing aspects of my experience. It was common to hear senior leaders openly criticize employees' work in ways that felt disrespectful and demoralizing. There often seemed to be power struggles within leadership itself, and those conflicts frequently trickled down to employees. One week something would be considered the highest priority; the next week it would be abandoned for a different initiative. For anyone considering relocating to another country for this company: think very carefully. Relocation is a major life decision involving personal, financial, and emotional sacrifices. In my experience, the company showed little consideration for that reality. If business priorities change, employees can be let go regardless of the impact on their lives. If you still decide to join, negotiate your salary carefully. There seems to be a pattern of offering lower-level positions or lower compensation packages under the promise that employees will have opportunities to grow later. Ultimately, this company felt like a burnout machine. People were regularly pushed beyond healthy limits, and it was not uncommon to see colleagues leave due to stress, anxiety, or exhaustion. Bear in mind that many positive reviews appeared shortly after employees were encouraged to share feedback online, which may explain why they do not fully reflect the experiences I observed.