Promotions, commission and fun. - Sales Director Xcede Employee Review

5.0
Feb 1, 2016
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Pros

Xcede have a great name in the digital and analytics market which makes it easier to find jobs within the best clients. It’s great to be part of a collaborative environment where you are encouraged to add value to clients, candidates and internally. The approach is structured but in a way that enables you to have full control over your recruitment specialty and ultimately the career path you choose. Amazing commission and incentives within a supportive environment where learning and development is encouraged by the directors, leadership team and the In-house trainer. During my time at Xcede I have been able to progress from consultant through to Director - I've witnessed the company growing from 7 to 40+ which has been a fantastic journey. I have always had an opportunity to add value to the company through more than hitting sales targets - this has really helped me develop as a person as well as a recruiter. Along the way I have taken advantage of a commission structure that pays up to 40% and been on numerous incentives to many of London’s top restaurants and holiday’s to Ibiza, Amsterdam and Barcelona.

Cons

It was previously our office - In October 2015 we moved into the new office, we now have an amazing environment to work and relax.

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Xcede Response
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Thank you for taking the time to review us!

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1.0
Aug 26, 2015
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Pretty central location so easy to get to as well as having good eating spots around, free fruit, rewarded for deals, a select few normal people you could hang out with at lunch (although saying that, only if you were allowed to have lunch).

Cons

Probably THE worst company I have been with. Management micromanage and guide (or misguide in certain cases) and when their guidance had poor feedback from clients or candidates, they don't owe up to their own mistakes but blame the junior. Sending 30 average CVs to clients and spamming another 150 CVs out to prospective clients PER WEEK is the norm. They work on a basis that if you throw enough mud against the wall, some will stick. All spot business and never focus on long term partnerships, not that anyone would want to after being harassed and closed five times every day. They make every effort to not pay commission. And don't get me started on the poor commission structure. Very long hours, definitely no life. Bad hygiene and smell going around in the office and no ventilation.

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Xcede Response
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Thank you for taking the time to review Xcede. We appreciate that recruitment is not for everyone – it’s demanding and rewarding in equal measure, and we appreciate that people will not always want to remain in the industry, however our staff retention remains high relative to our peers. We are an Investors in People Silver certified professional staffing firm. We have an excellent track record of training and developing our staff to deliver class leading recruitment services within the digital marketing space. We are proud of our organic development - two of our equity directors joined as graduates. We successfully partner some of Europe’s most recognisable brands, proving to be an essential component of their recruitment strategy. One of our core beliefs is the value we add on a partnership basis and this reflects in the size and number of accounts we work with. We regularly review our compensation policy and believe we offer one of the most generous commission schemes of any staffing firm. We supplement our reward policy with a host of other benefits. Further we run regular sales incentives to reward high performance with trips to Barcelona, Paris, Ibiza and Chamonix, all happening this year. We run a 10 week training academy, with regular weekly training courses. Additionally we have an external trainer, make regular use of the APSCo training courses and have an executive management coach. Further, if you have worked here – you will be very familiar with the management teams’ open door policy, where all of our staff opinions and suggestions are welcomed and actioned where appropriate. This has led to us to getting a large break out space with free food and drinks, monthly massages, a PS4 and Sonos. Finally, we recently commissioned an external staff satisfaction survey as part of our commitment to providing an excellent work place and scored 86% across all areas. Please do not hesitate to contact a member of the management team if you wish to discuss your experiences further.
4.0
May 23, 2023
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Pros

A very autonomous business - suited for mature mindsets. Strong support from senior management on strategy and execution with expert knowledge Excellent commission structure Flexible and transparent

Cons

Smaller team and operates like a startup Feels isolated from international business

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