Pretending to be something it's not - Senior Associate GEP Employee Review

1.0
22 Jun 2020
Recommend
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Pros

- Some social events and free dinners - Get to work on some well-known clients - Some people in the office are very nice - The company has definitely been trying to improve it's image and processes in London - Work-life balance is better than the industry average

Cons

- Compensation well below any benchmark - Leadership and middle management are abysmal and at times abusive to staff. A few senior people are single-handedly responsible for several people leaving due to their inability to communicate and their condescending, backstabbing style - Promotions very political and unlikely based on performance - Not a consultancy but an outsourcing shop - and not a structured, highly professional one at that

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5.0
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Pros

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Cons

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5.0
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Pros

Inclusive, supportive culture: GEP genuinely fosters an inclusive and diverse environment. As a trans individual, I feel fully supported, comfortable being out at work, and consistently gendered correctly by colleagues and leadership. Strong sense of community: The people are what make GEP special. There is a real sense of belonging and mutual respect that is rare in consulting. Exposure to complex, global work: Opportunities to work with global teams and large, sophisticated clients accelerate professional growth. Learning and development: You gain broad consulting experience across industries, categories, and geographies, which builds strong foundational skills. Mission-driven colleagues: Many people at GEP care deeply about their work, their teams, and doing the right thing for clients.

Cons

Fast-paced, high expectations: Like most consulting firms, the workload can be intense, with periods of long hours and tight deadlines. Career progression can vary: Growth opportunities and pacing may depend on project mix, leadership support, and timing. Process maturity: Some internal processes and tools are still evolving, which can occasionally create inefficiencies. Work-life balance can fluctuate: Balance is highly project-dependent and may be challenging during peak delivery periods.

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