Undervalued colleagues - Second Rate salary
Pros
The front line managers are exceptional, understanding, and hard working. The direct colleagues are passionate, equally hard working, and the strong foundation that provides a pleasurable social environment - many of whom I'd consider friends.
Cons
Quorum's frontline managers face the challenging reality of a company struggling to adapt to a rapidly changing landscape. Escalating issues with sluggish responses hamper it's ability to stay agile in an industry where agility is essential. A manifestation of the sluggishness lies in the way Quorum values its employees with salaries falling way below individuals market values. Salary transparency has revealed individuals are being paid one third less than entry level even after a year or two of expierence with entry level SOC positions starting at £25,000 (compared to the average entry level in the UK of £37,500) This trend is consistent across multiple technical disciplines - even including internal hires where salaries being offered are considerably lower than competing employers. This pay disparity is not only disconcerting for those already employed by Quorum but it is also a significant deterrent for prospective employeers. The message seems clear: Quorum seem comfortable to hire at rates well below market value, which ultimately undervalues the work and potential of its employeers. As a prospective applicant, these are essential factors to consider before deciding to become part of the Quorum team. It's crucial to be aware of the realities and align your expectations accordingly. Quorum are happy to fight bullies - but only at a discount.
