Don't go there, its hell! - Research Associate CoStar Group Employee Review

1.0
Feb 15, 2018
Recommend
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Pros

- There are good people as well as snakes who snitch to upper management. - Salary is good for

Cons

- punitive management techniques - extreme micromanagement - business model needs to be adjusted to suit the UK - managers have no knowledge of real estate - Its a glorified call centre

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CoStar Group Response
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Thank you for providing us with feedback. Much of our research is conducted on the phone as it remains the most effective way to obtain information regarding commercial real estate. Our research interviews with property professionals such as surveyors, brokers and agents are the backbone of our organisation and are a crucial part of the work we do for our clients. Our research team’s interviews ensure that our data is credible and up to date, creating value and enabling multi-million pound decisions daily.

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Cons

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This company makes a strong first impression during the interview and training process. Unfortunately, my experience after onboarding was very different. Decision-making is highly centralized, leaving employees with very little autonomy. The company emphasizes ethics and integrity, but my experience did not consistently reflect those values. Favoritism also appeared to play a significant role in how employees were treated and how decisions were made. HR presents itself as a resource for employees, but concerns often end with, “It will be up to your manager.” That can be frustrating when the issue involves your manager or requires an impartial review. CoStar has developed a reputation for these issues, and from what I experienced, it wasn’t always this way. A few years ago, the company at least appeared to prioritize its employees. Today, that commitment feels diminished. The return-to-office expectations can also be unreasonable. During severe weather, employees are still expected to report to the office even when many other companies in the area allow employees to work remotely for safety. Finally, performance expectations and metrics are frequently changed, making goals increasingly difficult to achieve. Combined with inconsistent communication from leadership, it creates an environment where employees often feel unsupported and uncertain about expectations.

Cons

Good Health Benefits for families and singles Decent pay

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