Worst Company I Ever Worked For! - Anonymous employee IQPC Employee Review

1.0
Aug 11, 2015
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Office location is decent, plenty of good places to eat, other than that, none.

Cons

Where to begin? When I started at IQPC, all seemed legit and friendly, all the staff were welcoming and friendly. Then after a month or so of building trust with them, you realise they are all out to spite you, like leaders of a pack pushing out the newcomers. They will do anything and I mean ANYTHING to screw your chances of enjoying the role there. Methods include the girls flirting with you to get what they want then to report to managers and HR that you made moves on them; managers all saying how great you're doing then arranging to have you replaced with someone else. The hours were ok for me myself (wasn't in sales) but there were times when I was made to stay late or lose my job (latest for me was 9pm), this was unpaid overtime baring in mind! One day I left my house to get to work at 7am, and was made to stay late until 8:30pm not getting home much before 10:30/11pm; just to repeat the next day. Management is one of the biggest concerns at this company, nearly everyone is given glorified titles like "director or manager", when most of these people are fresh in to the career. Furthermore however, there is a ring of bullies within management, this is from the management of sales and other departments, through to the HR department up to the MD. They all keep close tabs on the many and I mean MANY people they choose to spy and invade on privacy. One time I remember seeing across my manager's screen while talking with him and an email that I had sent was then forwarded to him with "FYI" attached to it as if it was some sort of harassment, (luckily my manager was one of the few decent people there). The turnover in the company is ridiculous. I gave up trying to build friendships with anyone new as they were very lucky if they were to stay for long. Some people only ever last a week before management have enough and give them the elbow! I remember one day we had a new team member, he felt the vibe of the place and left that same day, if I knew of glassdoor before working at IQPC I would never of accepted the position. If for some reason this review doesn't provide enough verification to steer clear of the company, then by all means go ahead, but you will soon regret it.

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5.0
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Pros

Title: Great company to work for with an agile and talented team Pros: Working as a Portfolio Manager at IQPC was a great experience. The company is incredibly agile and has a strong ability to adapt to market changes, which is vital in the highly competitive events and conferences industry. This adaptability allows IQPC to stay ahead of trends and continue delivering relevant and high-quality events. The people here are some of the smartest and most capable I’ve had the pleasure of working with — it’s clear that IQPC attracts top talent and fosters a collaborative, supportive environment. One of the standout aspects of the company is how much they invest in their rising talent. There are continuous opportunities for development, and the performance-based pay structure is a great motivator. It not only rewards individual contributions but also drives the company’s success as a whole. This culture of incentivizing high performance was one of the key factors in my own personal and professional growth while there. Overall: IQPC is a solid company with a lot of potential for growth. The leadership is forward-thinking, the people are sharp, and the culture rewards results. While the sales team dynamic might not be perfect, it’s a small downside in an otherwise great work environment. Would recommend to anyone who thrives in a fast-paced, results-oriented setting!

Cons

Cons: Like many fast-paced companies, there is a bit of ego on the sales team. While this is somewhat expected in a high-energy, results-driven environment, it can occasionally cause friction between departments. However, this is something that can be managed with effective communication and collaboration. For junior staff it can be a challenging environment to meet deadlines.

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Thank you for sharing your experience as a Portfolio Manager at IQPC! We’re thrilled to hear that you found our company’s adaptability, talent, and performance-driven culture to be key highlights of your time here. Investing in our people and fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented environment is something we take great pride in, so it’s rewarding to know that these efforts contributed to your professional development. We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding the dynamics within the sales team. We recognize that a fast-paced environment can sometimes present challenges, and we’re continuously working to enhance cross-departmental collaboration and communication. Your recommendation means a lot, and we’re grateful for your contributions to IQPC. Wishing you continued success in your career!
1.0
Jun 16, 2026
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Pros

people were nice enough to work with

Cons

I worked for SSON, our managing director liked to preach that they advocated for their employees, but I was let go, through no fault of my own per their words, after bad training and no real support for the new role I was taking on. Also, there is zero work/life balance despite being able to work from home 2 days a week, my team was exhausted and upper management did not care.

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