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      *READ THIS REVIEW* An honest review of working at Wise (2/10) - Engineer Wise Employee Review

      1.0
      Apr 18, 2024
      Engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      - Free Breakfast & lunch once a week - team planning abroad - almost a holiday and they give you a daily allowance (cash upfront) - Office sauna (never used very creepy location IN the kitchen) as a women would never use! - Free alcohol - Decent mat/pat leave

      Cons

      - Monzo/Sterling/Actual banks pay better - Toxic leadership (Harsh the only exception) - Spending £4million of CUSTOMER MONEY on flying 3000 people around the world for parties twice a year! including flights, hotel, food and alcohol, member of leadership DJs! - "no drama, good karma" slogan but still cover up lack of policy, drama, bullying and racism. - Manager spend more time glorifying doing the work than actually working. - Witnessed bullied, harassed, racism and sexism. - Forcing employees to embrace woke culture to attract talent (as so many people leave - industry known that Wise cannot retain talent) - Always having the feeling that you will be fired, the worst place I've ever worked for. - Big push on mental health but its all a front for articles and linkedin posts - Cant pay people correctly, huge problems with the most basic operations - pulled out of countries because they couldnt support the business model anymore - micromanaging - HR is a JOKE! if you have a disability do not hold your breath that Wise will help - Stock awarded at 12 week mark (30k) which replenishs every 4 years (others give you stock every year) No bonuses (business needs to save money) clearly by spending so much money on parties/dinners abroad

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      Wise Response
      1y
      Thank you for sharing your feedback. We absolutely do not tolerate behaviours of harassment, bullying, sexism and racism, as our Code of Conduct makes clear. You've voiced a number of concerns which we would encourage you to speak to your lead about. If you don't feel comfortable doing this, you can always speak confidentially with your local People Advisor who can provide any support you may need. Wise is and has always been committed to promoting a supportive and inclusive work environment where our employees are able to thrive. Nicola

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      5.0
      Mar 12, 2026
      Kyc onboarding analyst
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      flexible review pay lots of feedback

      Cons

      repetitive long hours can be frustrating no sponsorship for visa

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      Wise Response
      1mo
      Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We’re pleased to hear that you appreciate the flexibility, benefits and culture. We hope you continue enjoying your experience at Wise.
      3.0
      Feb 25, 2026
      Sr implementation manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Mission-Driven Work: Wise’s mission of "money without borders" aligned perfectly with my personal values. I was genuinely excited to go to work every day, tackle challenges, and track our progress toward that goal. Exceptional Peer Group: The hiring bar is high; you’ll work with smart, diverse, and genuinely interesting people from all backgrounds. Cutting-Edge Product: Working on the Wise Platform is a great technical experience. As an Implementation Manager, you get excellent visibility and access to the Product and Engineering teams. Top-Tier Documentation: Internal enablement and documentation are highly organized, making it easy to self-serve and find answers quickly.

      Cons

      Lack of Transparency in Management: I received no negative feedback during my probation period, only to be placed on a PIP two weeks after it ended. The feedback loop is non-existent; instead of real-time coaching, minor oversights are "saved up" to justify disciplinary action. Poor Feedback Quality: The PIP I received felt AI-generated, filled with corporate jargon and lacking substantive examples of performance failure. It felt like a formality rather than a genuine attempt at development. Toxic Management Culture: There is a palpable sense of micromanagement and "back-stabbing" within certain leadership circles. The environment shifted from collaborative to manipulative, with a noticeable lack of directness and honesty. Growth Hurdles: The Sales team appears to be struggling to close deals, which impacts the overall momentum of the department.

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      Wise Response
      1mo
      Thank you for taking the time to write a review. You raised a number of concerns and I hope you were able to discuss these before you left. If you’d be comfortable to share more details, we’d really appreciate it. Please drop us an email at employerbrand@wise.com.
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