Really friendly and supportive team! - Account Manager Ashdown Group Employee Review

I spent 18 Months working for the Ashdown Group and I can honestly say it was the most enjoyable time I've ever had working for somebody else in my 10 year+ working career. They look after you as one of the family from day one, training you in to how the company works and how to get the most out of your candidates. They hand the jobs out in a fair manner, which enables everybody to earn very good commission. The basic salary is ok, but the way the company works enables you to earn commission straight away and regularly from there on in. You also have the opportunity to get out and meet clients regularly, which again adds to the variety in the role. The social scene is very good at Ashdown, ranging from after work drinks to large social company outings. It really does have the feel of a large family working for the company. I learnt a huge amount working for Diccon and John, and it put me in good stead for setting up my own company. I would recommend this company to anybody looking to move forward in their career.

In all honesty I loved my 18 months, so I couldn't give you anything that I would really consider a con. Like all jobs, sometimes you can have frustrating days, or work later than you would ideally like, but certainly no more than I would consider standard.

Ashdown has a true family feel, and I always felt supported and trusted during my time there. The company provides all you need to succeed, and creates an environment where you’re not afraid to make mistakes, and are able to become better at your role because of this. There is no ‘hire and fire’ culture and the tenure of staff is a true reflection of what a lovely environment the management has managed to create. There’s no expectation for cold calling, you’re given a wide array of clients and given full autonomy on how to develop the accounts; you get out what you put in, and it can be a lucrative set up. Targets are achievable, and your hard work is rewarded. Management are approachable, and open to ideas on improvement, as they are always striving to make the business the best it can be for all parties. There’s a humanity too, with management being understanding of what life can throw at an employee, and the support you receive in those situations is a credit to them.

The only thing would be that the current structure doesn’t lend itself to quick career progression, but I know that’s being looked at.