Crappy management - Executive Search Consultant Adecco Employee Review

1.0
19 Sept 2022
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Pros

Good to start in the staffing/recruiting industry, but not for a long-term career. Has a lot of resources for sourcing good candidates.

Cons

The Perm placement side is a joke, the management does not give assistance. Allows other recruiters to trample on your pipeline and steel candidates. Managers, can't even recruit. The upper managers/directors are full of themselves. When you do become successful, they change your pay from, base pay with 40% commission to just 40% commission. They also pander to whiners.

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5.0
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Pros

Easy interview process, fair pay, good remote work

Cons

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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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