You feel like just a part of a big emotionless machine... but it pays the bills. - Recruiter Adecco Employee Review

4.0
Jul 28, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Competitive wages for all involved Excellent and simple hiring process of temporary or permanent employees Micromanagement discouraged Amazing department support (payroll, IT, etc) 18 paid days off within the first year

Cons

Competition wins because of lower prices - I feel like everyone is so worried about performing to impress corporate that pricing is usually the reason we lose business, not because of quality of service We have no say in the software selected... no questions or surveys at the field level. "We're implementing this"...Period. I'd like to work with people of a different gender once in a while.

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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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