Great team, "meh" company - Search Consultant Adecco Employee Review

3.0
20 July 2022
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Pros

I worked specifically in the Adecco Search (Full-time hires / Direct Hire) team, so my experience is likely pretty different from many folks in the much larger Temp / Staffing area of Adecco. With that said... —My team was wonderful. Supportive, communicative, and always pushing each other to succeed & try harder without being overbearing or applying too much pressure. — My manager especially was outstanding. She was a real pro and was very supportive and hands on while still running a very busy desk herself. — PTO policy was pretty generous (about 22 days a year if I recall correctly) and accommodations were always reasonably flexible

Cons

—Because it's such a large company, any decisions or teams outside of my immediate team I felt extremely disconnected with. — Upper level leadership is extremely inaccessible and out of touch with the reality of what most employees work with day to day — Many of our clients clearly viewed us as "necessary evils" vs legitimate, consultative partners, and were very rude and short in their interactions with myself and my team. — The job, like at any recruiting agency, is a grind. You have to WANT IT and really be willing to hustle and consistently work 50-60 hours a week if you want to succeed.

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5.0
23 June 2026
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Pros

Easy interview process, fair pay, good remote work

Cons

contract was short term, which was okay for me but might not be what everyone wants

1.0
27 Mar 2026
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Pros

Onboarding for new hires was smooth

Cons

My experience with Adecco Staffing Agency reflects a significant disconnect between the expectations set during onboarding and the reality of assignment execution. There appears to be a consistent misalignment between candidate skill sets and the roles they are placed into, which not only undermines performance but also creates unnecessary inefficiencies for both the employee and the client organization. Assignments are often presented without full transparency regarding scope, schedule, or operational requirements, resulting in frequent adjustments that disrupt workflow continuity and personal planning. Additionally, there is a notable deficiency in accurate and timely reporting. Communication regarding assignment details, schedule changes, and performance expectations lacks consistency and clarity. This creates ambiguity in accountability and limits the employee’s ability to effectively manage deliverables. From a process standpoint, this reflects weak coordination and insufficient control mechanisms within their staffing and reporting systems. Most concerning is the apparent lack of advocacy for the employee. A staffing agency should function as an intermediary that ensures alignment between employer needs and employee capabilities while also safeguarding fair treatment and clear communication. In this case, there is a perception that employee concerns—particularly those related to schedule changes, workload expectations, and workplace conditions—are not adequately addressed or escalated. This ultimately results in a work environment that feels transactional rather than supportive, with limited consideration for employee well-being or long-term success.

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