Robert Walters Employee Reviews about "long hours"
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- "Regular working hours are fairly long and can extend during busy times of year, in addition to attending events." (in 22 reviews)
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Updated Dec 3, 2023
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Return to all Reviews- 5.0Apr 27, 2021ConsultantCurrent Employee, less than 1 yearDublin, Dublin
Pros
The remote onboarding experience is fantastic. The training makes you feel ready to go and the support and welcome from everyone right up to MD level is fantastic from day 1. Everyone is there to work hard and support each other, there's no workplace drama or cliques which you can find in some places. Managers are excellent, colleagues are so warm and ready to help you fit in.
Cons
There aren't really any downsides. When I read reviews prior to joining I was concerned by some stating it was long hours with no balance. If you want to put in extra hours and work that's up to you but it's not something that is encouraged and work/life balance is highly promoted. There's trainings on how to manage time effectively, hard work can be rewarded with an early Friday finish and managers will call you out if they think you're overworking to avoid you burning out.
1 - 5.0Oct 24, 2014Associate DirectorCurrent Employee, more than 5 yearsLondon, England
Pros
The business is focused on developing and promoting long term careers but organically growing their management team from within. The team based approach create a collegiate working environment that is rare in wider the recruitment industry. Robert Walters hires top quality staff and working with industry leaders makes you continually challenge yourself and develop your skills. The meritocratic approach to developing people means that ambition is fostered and not blocked.
Cons
The working hours are long and clearly defined. There could be a shorter working hour definition to allow for people who need to travel to and from work.
- 4.0Jun 18, 2018Recruitment ConsultantCurrent EmployeeSydney
Pros
Great people and culture in the office
Cons
Hours are long and can be tough
- 5.0Jan 29, 2018ManagerCurrent Employee, more than 3 yearsDublin, Dublin
Pros
Opportunities are endless here. The management team do so much to progress you in your career. The atmosphere is the office is fantastic and very team oriented. So much support and guidance and reward.
Cons
Some may find the hours long but management are great at recognising and rewarding that it makes it all relevant. Work life balance is really encouraged
- 5.0Sep 7, 2022Billing AdministratorCurrent Employee, less than 1 yearSandton
Pros
Company is big on diversity and inclusion. People are treated equally, great rewards and recognition.
Cons
Working hours is a bit long and you get home late when you working in the office.
- 5.0Mar 2, 2021Recruitment ConsultantFormer Employee, more than 1 yearLondon, England
Pros
Fun working environment, great people, lots of learning and development opportunities, chance to earn great commission
Cons
Long hours and lots of cold calling
Robert Walters Response3yThank you for sharing such positive feedback about your experience working for Robert Walters. We are so glad that you would recommend us to your network as a great place to work. Robert Walters was recognised as a Great Place To Work® UK in 2020 which was fundamental to keeping morale high and maintaining business productivity and efficiency during a tough and turbulent year by following COVID-19.
- 5.0Dec 8, 2017Senior ConsultantCurrent Employee, more than 3 yearsManchester, England
Pros
Autonomy, Collaboration & Communication from MD and all management within the business as well as the wider group is great Able to offer an excellent service to our clients and candidates. They embrace change and move with the times in order to be the best at what they do. Excellent employer. Very supportive and caring. Understands how to get the best out of us by encouragement, training, recognition! Great benefits and commission scheme! Targets are not unrealistic and you are expected to work hard, but then that is to be expected!
Cons
- Not for the faint hearted. - You will lose sleep - but if you cant handle a stressful job at one point in your life, then you should probably reconsider your ambition. - You must be willing to overcome adversity and believe that you will come out on top. - Long hours... but only if you work hard and not smart.
- 5.0Aug 19, 2023Associate ConsultantCurrent Employee, more than 1 yearAuckland, Auckland
Pros
Career Development and benefits associated with the role
Cons
Longer hours and sales driven
- 4.0Apr 17, 2021Senior Recruitment ConsultantCurrent Employee, more than 1 year
Pros
A supportive atmosphere and an office that has looked after their staff to ensure they are safe and secure during covid. Smart targets are put in place rather than unnecessary KPIs.
Cons
The typical workday is long hours and work outside of these hours is also common.
- 4.0Jul 26, 2021ManagerFormer Employee
Pros
Lots of great incentives to do well
Cons
Long hours and a lot of responsibility
