If you are applying for an admin role, beware. This place is toxic. - Administrative Assistant Allen Lane Employee Review

2.0
Apr 14, 2022
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Pros

They have good social events

Cons

One of the most toxic jobs I had the displeasure of working. The admin role is low pay (£25k) for the work, stress and hours you are doing, especially for London. Some of the consultants are lovely but there are few with very big egos who can't take "no" for an answer and understand that your role is not just about them. I had the displeasure of working with Liam who had the audacity to go on a tirade at me for a mistake HE made.

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5.0
Mar 9, 2025
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Pros

I really enjoyed my time at Allen Lane. Being trained on their grad scheme we were shown the ropes through a detailed and well planned course, and then rapidly given the freedom to apply ourselves to the role. During my time at Allen Lane I was given the opportunity to move team, allowing me to explore different areas and learn about the wider public sector. I would describe the culture as friendly and supportive with leadership happy to help with anything you need a hand with and colleagues keen to work collaboratively. We had external professionals come in and provide training and on the whole there is a culture continuous improvement.

Cons

There are no glaring cons to working at Allen Lane in my mind.

1.0
Jan 17, 2026
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Pros

It’s hard to find any

Cons

Giving one star because I have to but couldn’t recommend this place less. Very toxic and unprofessional No company culture no one speaks in the office. Days feel like years working here and years feel like a waste of your time and career.

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