Great Concept Poor Management - Talent Acquisition Partner Xelerate Employee Review

3.0
Dec 1, 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

RPO type company - good concept and good work life balance.

Cons

Run by the ultimate micro- manager who is disrespectful, cold and overly controlling. Instead of letting employees run with their work, thrive and celebrate success; she seems to enjoy keeping people down, operates at a frantic level and is both rude and disrespectful to anyone who has any level of professional experience. Her narcissistic approach was insulting and the level of control she tried to maintain is impossible to uphold. Keep you waiting promising an offer than once client comes in they expect you to give no notice to your current employer. Salary discussed was not delivered upon which wouldn't have been an issue if I had a different manager.

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Xelerate Response
8y
We are sorry you felt like this! We work very hard at creating an autonomous environment as you have heard from the other reviews. Freedom to be creative within a framework as well as work/life balance is central to our culture. It is not a great match for everyone and we hope that you are thriving and happy now. Thank you for your contributions to Xelerate and for the feedback, it's very valuable to us and taken seriously!

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5.0
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Pros

Great team to be a part of, very positive work environment, collaborative.

Cons

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5.0
Aug 28, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The best part about Xelerate is the supportive leadership team. They truly commit to your professional development and give you the tools you need to succeed. They are also genuinely great people who are there for you when you need support. It’s also a small company made up of a bunch of top-performing recruiters. If you are organized and are motivated by hitting your goals and providing the best service to your client, you will fit in well. Throughout your career, you will most likely have the opportunity to support a variety of different clients. It keeps your skills fresh as well as keeps you motivated, there’s no time to get stagnant at Xelerate. This is also conducive to professional growth and there are many opportunities to be promoted. Other pros are: affordable benefits with good network, above average PTO plan that increases with tenure, remote work setting, collaborative team environment, leadership is approachable and supportive, paid maternity leave, paid volunteer time, thorough new-hire training and learning & development opportunities, opportunity for growth.

Cons

Not too many cons but must be noted: at this time there is no bonus plan or 401k match, however the compensation is more than fair and these things are most likely temporary.

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Xelerate Response
1y
A Response from the Founder & CEO- Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed feedback! It means a lot to hear how much you value the leadership team and the support you received during your time at Xelerate. We take pride in fostering an environment where employees can thrive professionally and personally, and it’s incredibly rewarding to know that this resonated with you. Your kind words about our culture, growth opportunities, and the variety of client work reflect some of the core aspects of what makes Xelerate special. We’re especially proud of the team we’ve built—dedicated, high-performing professionals who collaborate to deliver exceptional service to our clients. It’s this commitment that drives the growth and success we continue to experience. We also appreciate your comments on areas for improvement, such as the bonus plan and 401k match. These are important considerations, and we remain committed to evaluating and enhancing our offerings at a time when the economy recovers. Thank you for being such a valued member of our team and for your contributions during your time with Xelerate. We’re so grateful for your kind words and encouragement and wish you all the best in the next chapter of your career! Emily V. Biscardi, Founder & CEO
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