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Access Partnership Reviews

3.0

58% would recommend to a friend

(33 total reviews)

70% positive business outlook

Access Partnership has an employee rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars, based on 33 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Access Partnership employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Management and consulting industry (3.7 stars).

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33 reviews
1.0
19 Jun 2024

Soulless Grind

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Pros

There are undoubtedly a lot of intelligent people at the company, from all across the world, and a variety of backgrounds, which does make for stimulating conversation at lunch time.

Cons

The company culture is the epitome of a soulless grind. It is almost a parody of a dry, humourless corporate office job. Expect to be squeezed for every ounce of work you can muster, without any consideration for how you feel as a human being. You are nothing but a number on a spreadsheet. Moreover, as a consultant, most of the work you will be doing will be the incredibly tedious busy work that the clients can't be bothered to do themselves. There is also a layer of upper management who's job roles a mystery. Most of the actual work is done by the more junior people at the company. The upper management's entire role seems to be taking the request from the client and giving it to the junior consultants. They could be replaced by an email.

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Access Partnership Response
1y
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your comments as they provide valuable insights for improvement. We’re glad you value the intelligence and diverse backgrounds of your colleagues, which we see as a key strength. However, we’re concerned about your feelings regarding your role and the nature of the work. We aim for every team member to find their work meaningful and fulfilling, and it’s disappointing that this hasn’t been your experience. We take your feedback seriously and are committed to addressing your concerns about management communication and role variety. If you have further thoughts, please reach out to me directly at london@accesspartnership.com. Thank you for being part of our team. Best regards, Morwenna (People Director)
1.0
31 May 2024
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Pros

Honestly, none that come to mind. Even if I wanted to highlight something positive, I can't.

Cons

Sudden layoffs without warning, offering no job security despite claiming to be a top consulting firm No clear vision in projects, often taking on work unrelated to the company's expertise or claimed values Incompetent management Lack of support Zero empathy No consideration for employees' personal situations Direct harassment from management Extremely toxic work culture Low salary No work life balance

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Access Partnership Response
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Thank you for your feedback on Glassdoor. We sincerely apologise for the negative experiences you’ve encountered. Your feedback is crucial for identifying areas needing improvement. Job Security and Layoffs: We understand that sudden layoffs can create an atmosphere of uncertainty and anxiety. The recent redundancy process which took place this year was a single event due to the recent challenging tech environment. The suggestion redundancies occur twice a year is incorrect. We are actively reviewing our workforce planning strategies to ensure greater transparency in this area. Management and Support: It is upsetting to hear about incompetent management and lack of support. We are committed to continuously coaching our managers in leadership, communication, and empathy. Work Culture and Harassment: A toxic work culture and harassment are unacceptable. We are committed to a safe and respectful workplace, with policies and training to prevent harassment. Please report any incidents so we can take immediate action. Compensation and Work-Life Balance: We regularly review our salary structures for competitive pay and support work-life balance with hybrid, flexible working arrangements. We are committed to addressing these issues to ensure a positive work environment. If you are open to discussing your experiences in more detail, please reach out to me directly at london@accesspartnership.com. This will be treated in confidence. Thank you once again for bringing these matters to our attention. Best regards, Morwenna (People Director)
1.0
11 Mar 2021
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Pros

basic exposure to technology policy

Cons

Leadership is obsessed with micromanagement and shows little respect to working level employees. An unfriendly work environment for women and minorities.

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