A company that is unwilling to change - Recensione dipendente - Recruiter presso Actalent

My experience at Actalent was deeply frustrating and disappointing. During the interview process, they described the first three months as a “training period,” but failed to disclose that it was actually a contract-to-hire phase with unrealistic performance expectations. If you don’t hit aggressive goals — ones that even senior recruiters struggle with — you’re let go. While they promise growth and career advancement, the only real opportunity is to move into an account manager role. Higher-level positions are rarely available, and the timelines they give are misleading. The culture is extremely micromanaged, with up to three meetings a day that serve little purpose other than to “hold people accountable,” eating into the time needed to actually get work done. Training is practically nonexistent — after watching videos for about two weeks, you’re thrown on the phones with the same goals as seasoned staff. Expressing concerns about your performance is always reflected back on you, often implying that you simply aren’t trying hard enough, rather than offering support or coaching. Favoritism is rampant, and if you’re not part of the in-group, you’re essentially overlooked. The turnover rate speaks volumes — I saw five people leave within two weeks. Overall, this company runs on an outdated, unsupportive model that prioritizes pressure over development.