High expectations coupled with low salary - Senior Human Resources Generalist Paychex Employee Review

3.0
Nov 25, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

Training, exposure to different industries

Cons

Pay is not aligned with job expectations; clients are not screened for longevity--pushed through for 90 days so sales can make their quota; upward mobility for field HRGs limited and based on favoritism and not merit; company as a whole not supportive of telecommuting; bonus structure not transparent

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Paychex Response
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Thank you for providing a review and giving us the opportunity to look into your concerns. We would like to learn more. If you are willing, can you provide further feedback to Jody Stolt, Director of Talent Acquisition at jstolt@paychex.com. Thank you.

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Pros

Paychex is a great company to work for. I’ve held multiple roles over 20+ years. There are always ups and downs, but for every position, manager, decision I disagree with, there are ten others that are outstanding.

Cons

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Pros

People and the overall environment is a positive one. If you do your part, definite long term career potential. It’s not easy- but stable, growing. Worth serious consideration for early career looking for sales experience with a great training program. Also good for mid-career consideration if base salary isn’t the primary reason you are in sales.

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Very fast pace that doesn’t suit everyone. If you are looking for easy or just a job to “hang out”, this probably isn’t the right spot for you.

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