Manager - Manager AlphaSights Employee Review

4.0
Nov 12, 2019
Recommend
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Pros

- Great client exposure - Very fast pace, requires quick response and thinking - The support system and career path has become clearer and better across years - Workplace is diverse and energetic, you work with people from all around the world everyday - Good commercial growth, things are KPI / revenue driven here - Not hierarchical at all, you could walk up to a VP any day and make a suggestion or ask a question

Cons

- Could be stressful if you are not the kind of person to work under pressure / short timeline - Things go on here very fast both on the projects and within the organisation, this can either excites you or make you feel uncomfortable - The company tried to build a strong feedback / coaching culture (which is a good thing), however the quality control and training given to managers are not sufficient to always ensure a good outcome. Something you need to remind yourself is that this is still a learning organisation and your boss is not a 50 year old working with lots and lots of experiences to tell you what to do; instead you are working with someone similar to your age, who is trying to guide you through your troubles at work. And sometimes, your manager is learning too, so give your honest feedback and also be understanding that this is a young and growing company, not a fortune 500 companies

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5.0
Jun 24, 2026
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Pros

AlphaSights has an incredible culture and a highly supportive environment. I recently celebrated four years with the firm, and I've truly enjoyed the combination of high support and high performance. I have a great deal of autonomy in my role, work alongside an exceptional team, and continue to learn and grow every day. I'm so grateful that I started my career at AlphaSights.

Cons

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5.0
Jun 22, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Rapid Progression & Recognition: Performance is directly rewarded here. If you hit your goals and show drive, the path to promotion and career growth is transparent and fast. Strong Team Culture: The team energy is fantastic. Everyone is highly collaborative, supportive, and commercially minded, which makes for a great working environment. High Autonomy: From day one, you are given real ownership over your projects (like leading recruitment events, managing candidates, and driving partnerships), allowing you to grow your commercial skills rapidly.

Cons

High Velocity & Pressure: The work is very fast-paced with strict timelines and high-volume expectations. It is not a place where you can coast, and you need to be comfortable working under commercial pressure. Resilience is Key: Sourcing and recruiting require a great deal of resilience. You have to be comfortable with rejection and persistent in finding creative solutions to hit your targets.

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