They have lost their way - Manager Adecco Employee Review

2.0
27 Jun 2021
Recommend
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Pros

Benefits and PTO are decent compared to other staffing companies

Cons

For profit organization, they do not care about the people anymore and their current transformation is only benefiting one group of individuals. People that dedicated their lives to this company were packaged out and the "open opportunities" were only communicated to avoid any issues with HR, the company knew who was going to be favored. Tenured employees are constantly stating that this is not the same company they once knew. They are too focused on being the #1 Staffing provider again that they have lost their way. Randstad is beating them in several markets because they put their people first. It will not be long until the recent organizational changes backfire on them.

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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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