Be careful - Principal Consultant QCS Staffing Employee Review

1.0
12 Aug 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The office is nice and they have a solid database which has years of data/contacts available to help do your job.

Cons

The Director's don't trust you to do your job and will micromanage you to the full extent. They constantly monitor ALL communications on your computer, whether that be personal or professional conversations. All staff are treated differently depending on their relationship with the Directors. If you are a 'yes man' you'll be fine and have a great career. Anyone who doesn't suck up to the Directors will struggle to achieve anything or be recognised. As a 'family run' business, there is a huge divide between the Directors and Associate Directors (which nobody in the company can tell you what the AD's actually do) and the rest of the workforce. HR is managed by an old family friend of the Directors so any concern or issue you raise, ALWAYS finds it's way back. There is nothing you can raise in confidence and you will be judged/treated badly if you raise any concerns or anything against the people in charge. All in all - they sell themselves well but in all honesty, be careful if deciding to join our company. It's not as good as everyone makes it out to be.

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QCS Staffing Response
4y
Your comments have been reviewed by our leadership team as we do take such matters extremely seriously. Quanta no doubt portrays a family culture and environment for all our team members. We operate on strict policies and guidelines in accordance to REC and Apsco and we tailor our processes in this manner. We pride ourselves on our equal opportunities approach as well as respect the confidentiality aspect of day to day business. Any issues which are brought to the attention of the directors, board or HR team is treated with utmost confidentiality. We reward employees purely on their work by setting realistic measurable monthly; quarterly and yearly objectives. This in turn allows the management to effectively manage all of our employees performances as well as take necessary actions as required. Our CEO; Stephen Trigg has furthermore requested that, if you wish then you do reach out to him directly on stephen@quanta-cs.com to discuss your feedback in person and address any further concerns which you have. Quanta Board

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Cons

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QCS Staffing Response
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Thank you so much for your review.
2.0
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Pros

Niche Vertical: US operations focus exclusively on Pharma/Life Sciences. Entry-Level Training: A decent environment for those fresh out of college needing a crash course in high-volume sales. Modern Aesthetic: High-energy office with stand-up desks and a polished physical appearance. Social Culture: Frequent evening networking events for those who enjoy a heavy social component to their job.

Cons

The U.S. footprint is limited to a few pharmaceutical manufacturing accounts in North Carolina and Indiana. Lack of diversification is a risk for long-term growth. Compensation Gap: Commission structure is noticeably lower than the US industry standard for Life Sciences recruiting. "Call Center" Environment: High-noise, high-density seating. Focus is on constant phone activity and "visibility" rather than strategic sourcing and placements. Subjective Metrics: KPI targets are frequently redefined; accountability often feels based on management "vibes" rather than transparent data. Meeting Overload: A significant portion of the workday is consumed by unproductive internal meetings that add little value to actual placement activity. Work-Life Balance: High pressure to attend after-hours social functions; professional boundaries can be inconsistent.

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QCS Staffing Response
3mo
We’re sorry to hear the role and environment didn’t align with what you were looking for. We remain focused on supporting our teams, growing our US presence and creating opportunities who thrive in an entrepreneurial environment. Wishing you the best in your next chapter.
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