Not for everyone - Anonymous employee Randstad Employee Review

2.0
Aug 6, 2014
Anonymous employee
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Pros

- If you are motivated by a numbers-driven sales environment, you can make good money, but it will take years to build up to that. - The corporate culture is all about working hard then partying hard, so there are a lot of fun corporate events. The annual charity auction is a highlight. High achievers go on the very ritzy president's club trip to an all-inclusive resort. - Diverse workforce: you will make friends and fit in somewhere. There are a lot of great people who work here. - You can move within the business into different departments or roles.

Cons

- Training for new hires is light to non-existent, with the exception of the national team. - If you don't drink, you probably won't feel comfortable here as there is a big emphasis on party culture. - Your happiness, freedom and overall experience will vary dramatically based on your manager. - Boys Club culture. Senior leaders advise women in sales/business development to use their gender and looks to get new clients. (I was advised by management that my competitive advantage was the fact that my business prospects "want to talk to a woman who isn't a ball buster like their wives." And here I was thinking that I was hired for my mind and tenacity.) - Zero boundaries between personal life and work life: friends, family members, lovers, and coworkers are put in a blender. - Intensely competitive environment won't work for everyone. - No repayment for employee expenses. - Compensation is below average for the industry.

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Cons

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