just avoid at all costs - Client Service Associate AlphaSights Employee Review

2.0
May 25, 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

good salary, motivated team, aggressively growing company, global presence

Cons

your mental health will take a nosedive. even though the salary is good, this is a sales job that will put a lot of pressure on you. even though i only recently joined i regret taking the job, and while there are people here who really like the company, i do not

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AlphaSights Response
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Thank you for your feedback. AlphaSights is growing tremendously, with 1300+ employees globally, and we are proud to be the leading player in the fast-growing knowledge services industry. We make the service nature of the Associate role clear throughout the interview process, as we understand that client-facing positions can be challenging, and that this kind of role is not for everyone. We also offer a high-support environment and provide various well-being services for all employees. I encourage you to use these services, and talk to your manager about your concerns. Many thanks, Chris, SVP Asia

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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.

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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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