Very poor management - Anonymous employee IQPC Employee Review

1.0
Jul 16, 2012
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The pay is ok and you're largely left alone to do your job, which is nice (to an extent).

Cons

When I joined, my induction lasted a few hours, after which both of the people that were supposed to induct me left. That meant the first month or so in the job was a bizarre affair, where often I was left clutching at straws as to how to do my job well. Sadly this poor level of management continued, with my final week offering the cherry on the cake. After months spent bulk mailing (spamming?) our membership to within an inch of their life, I was far from happy in the job. After telling my line manager, the next day I saw my position advertised on the company website. She assured me the next day this was a mistake, as did the head of recruitment, and it was removed. The next day the same advert appeared on their Facebook page. Three days later I was told the inevitable in person. I'd love to recommend this company as I had high hopes when I joined, but really the care shown to employees is minimal, despite the quarterly charade of the staff events where management like to present the image of togetherness.

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5.0
Feb 3, 2025
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Title: Great company to work for with an agile and talented team Pros: Working as a Portfolio Manager at IQPC was a great experience. The company is incredibly agile and has a strong ability to adapt to market changes, which is vital in the highly competitive events and conferences industry. This adaptability allows IQPC to stay ahead of trends and continue delivering relevant and high-quality events. The people here are some of the smartest and most capable I’ve had the pleasure of working with — it’s clear that IQPC attracts top talent and fosters a collaborative, supportive environment. One of the standout aspects of the company is how much they invest in their rising talent. There are continuous opportunities for development, and the performance-based pay structure is a great motivator. It not only rewards individual contributions but also drives the company’s success as a whole. This culture of incentivizing high performance was one of the key factors in my own personal and professional growth while there. Overall: IQPC is a solid company with a lot of potential for growth. The leadership is forward-thinking, the people are sharp, and the culture rewards results. While the sales team dynamic might not be perfect, it’s a small downside in an otherwise great work environment. Would recommend to anyone who thrives in a fast-paced, results-oriented setting!

Cons

Cons: Like many fast-paced companies, there is a bit of ego on the sales team. While this is somewhat expected in a high-energy, results-driven environment, it can occasionally cause friction between departments. However, this is something that can be managed with effective communication and collaboration. For junior staff it can be a challenging environment to meet deadlines.

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IQPC Response
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Thank you for sharing your experience as a Portfolio Manager at IQPC! We’re thrilled to hear that you found our company’s adaptability, talent, and performance-driven culture to be key highlights of your time here. Investing in our people and fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented environment is something we take great pride in, so it’s rewarding to know that these efforts contributed to your professional development. We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding the dynamics within the sales team. We recognize that a fast-paced environment can sometimes present challenges, and we’re continuously working to enhance cross-departmental collaboration and communication. Your recommendation means a lot, and we’re grateful for your contributions to IQPC. Wishing you continued success in your career!
1.0
Jun 16, 2026
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Pros

people were nice enough to work with

Cons

I worked for SSON, our managing director liked to preach that they advocated for their employees, but I was let go, through no fault of my own per their words, after bad training and no real support for the new role I was taking on. Also, there is zero work/life balance despite being able to work from home 2 days a week, my team was exhausted and upper management did not care.

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