Securitas reviews

3.7

42% would recommend to a friend

(4,655 total reviews)
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Magnus Ahlqvist

67% approve of CEO

58% positive business outlook

Securitas has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 4,655 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Securitas employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Administración y consultoría industry (3.7 stars).

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5K reviews
3.0
Feb 19, 2025

Ratings

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good place to work for extra money.

Cons

Can be challenging depending on supervisor

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Securitas Response
1y
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We would love the opportunity to improve and would appreciate any additional comments you may have. Please send any feedback or comments to our leadership team at comments@securitasinc.com.
1.0
Feb 19, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Some great colleagues who try their best despite the challenges. Decent benefits and job stability (if applicable). Opportunities to gain experience, though growth is limited.

Cons

Toxic Work Culture & Micromanagement: Leadership fosters an environment of control and distrust, requiring unnecessary approvals for basic tasks. Employees are not empowered to make decisions, leading to frustration and inefficiency. Lack of Technology & Outdated Processes: The company heavily relies on paperwork instead of modern technology, making routine tasks tedious and time-consuming. Simple processes that could be automated take hours or even days, reducing efficiency and adding unnecessary stress. Poor Leadership & Communication: Expectations constantly shift without clear direction. Management is unapproachable and dismisses feedback, leaving employees to navigate unclear priorities on their own. Excessive Workload & No Work-Life Balance: Due to inefficiencies and lack of proper tools, employees end up working longer hours just to keep up with basic tasks. There’s little appreciation for extra effort, leading to high burnout. Minimal Career Growth & High Turnover: Promotions are rare, and there’s no real investment in employee development. Many talented employees leave due to the outdated systems and frustrating work environment.

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Securitas Response
1y
Thank you for sharing your review. It’s great to hear that you’ve had supportive colleagues and some stability in your role. However, it’s unfortunate that challenges like micromanagement, outdated processes, and lack of leadership support have impacted your experience. Your feedback highlights important areas for improvement and we will address these concerns internally. If there is anything else you'd like to add please feel free to contact our leadership team at comments@securitasinc.com.
3.0
Feb 19, 2025

It is what it is

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Hard to find any. if you have a good post then it can be good.

Cons

pay, benefits are mediocre, travel, positions, posts.

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