Very good option to start, but ... - Different Assigments Robert Half Employee Review

3.0
7 Oct 2013
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

* They give you opportunities to get started in your field or related options. * Good client base (Calgary) * Warm attention * Very punctual and quick weekly payment process * Good training website option. * Convenient locations: downtown and SE

Cons

* The service depends on (a lot of) the counselor assigned to your case. * There were many personnel changes at the end of 2012 that affected my chances for better contracts. * I received phone calls for other positions not related to my field or with less responsibilities. * The person assigned to my case did not attend in 3 consecutive appointments to talk with me, my supervisor and see my work (one was understandable for health). Cancellation calls were not received. I just left waiting for her. * My last counselor did not seek better opportunities for me. I found them on my own. Who replaced me started earning 34% more than me and fulfilling the same responsibilities (?). * They do not pay civic holidays like other similar companies do.

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5.0
2 June 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good comp plan. Good management. Expectations and standards are high but achievable.

Cons

Job is very fast-paced, but that is to be expected at a staffing agency

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Robert Half Response
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Thank you for sharing your experience. We are pleased to hear that you value the compensation plan, management support, and the high standards that help drive success at Robert Half. We also appreciate your perspective on the fast-paced nature of the staffing industry. Thank you for your contributions, and we wish you continued success with Robert Half.
1.0
2 July 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Success with other departments - just not in mine

Cons

Complete bait and switch. I accepted this position under one manager, only to find out after resigning from my previous job that I would be reporting to someone else entirely. There was no meaningful onboarding, no training materials, and no support system in place. My manager openly stated that there was no monetary value in helping me succeed and made little effort to train or develop me. Requests to shadow and learn the business were dismissed in favor of keeping me on the phones. Instead of being set up for success, I felt actively prevented from growing. HR was equally disappointing. I raised legitimate concerns and never received a response. The organization talks about development and support, but my experience suggested otherwise. Joining this company was one of the biggest professional mistakes I have made.

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