Great for starting a career - Anonymous employee atolls Employee Review

3.0
Jan 11, 2019
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

- lots of initial responsibility / learn a lot - fun team atmosphere - depends a lot on team, but mostly a flexible environment

Cons

- very unstable, whole departments can get killed without warning or much compensation - salaries are extremely low - lots of work and pressure - no bonuses, no company benefits.

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atolls Response
7y
Dear former colleague, Thank you for your feedback! First of all, we are sorry to hear that your job here at GSG felt unstable. When we have to let go of a project or initiative, it is mainly due to one reason: that it is not successful. If this happens it is however always our goal to find other projects for our employees. Nobody should feel unstable or insecure in their job here. Therefore, we will continue working on improving our transparency and communication throughout the company. So far we have implemented a regular newsletter as well as monthly "All Hands" meetings and we encourage all our managers to have regular team meetings to keep our employees up to date. As you see, we are working a lot on better communication and the latest results of our employee survey tells us we are on a good way: the clear majority of our colleagues think that they are well informed about what is happening. Concerning bonuses and benefits, GSG offers all employees a lot of benefits, e.g. fresh fruit, yogurt, cereals, coffee, tea and cold drinks as well as a big company breakfast once a month. Not to forget the weekly Friday ‘beer o’clock’ where we start our weekend together or our 3 annual parties: a summer party, Oktoberfest and a Christmas party. This year we even host a fourth party as a special 'THANK YOU' to our employees for an incredible team performance during the Black Friday week. And last but not least, we offer flexible working hours and 2 home office days per month all of which are strengthening our trust-based culture which we are very proud of. Our feeling is that these benefits are all really appreciated by our employees, so we are really sad to hear you did not feel that way... If you have any further questions, comments or advice, you are welcome to contact us via teamhr@global-savings-group.com . We are always open for new ideas! Again, thank you for the review and we wish you all the best in your future career. Cheers, Gina

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Pros

Atolls has an incredibly caring management team. They do not shy away from motivating their teams to work hard and achieve lofty goals, but they offer ample support, frequent pulse checks, and actively encourage a healthy work-life balance, motivating employees to maximize their work hours. If you're looking for a workplace devoid of toxicity and who supports your overall career aspirations, this is the place.

Cons

The work here can become rather repetitive. While you have an incredibly large array of client sites to work with, most of your day-to-day duties will look the same. There are still plenty of opportunities for you to take on new projects and mix things up, but your core schedule is very similar day to day.

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atolls Response
1y
Hi, Thank you for sharing your experience as a freelancer with Atolls over the past six years. It’s heartening to hear that you’ve felt supported by our management team and appreciated the motivation, pulse checks, and encouragement for maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Creating a positive and supportive environment, even for our freelance team members, is something we strive for every day. We understand that the nature of the work can sometimes feel repetitive, despite the variety of client sites. While there are opportunities to take on new projects, we recognize the importance of keeping daily tasks engaging and will continue exploring ways to enhance the freelance experience. At Atolls, we believe in #StrongerTogether, fostering a culture where every team member, whether full-time or freelance, feels valued and supported in their professional journey. Thank you again for your contributions, and if you’d like to share more, please reach out to our Talent Attraction and Engagement team at tae.team@joingsg.com. Your P&C Team.
5.0
Oct 10, 2024
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Pros

I have sincere confidence and respect in leadership - Gerhard, in particular, is smart, charismatic, deliberate and compassionate. It's easy to believe in him and his vision because he seems very sincere. I've found this to generally trickle down throughout the organization. While not necessarily true of all leaders I've had during the course of my tenure at the company, my current direct manager is pragmatic while still managing business goals, and has respect for a healthy work/life balance. The company leans into a policy of being open, honest and direct. I generally find leadership to be quite transparent - if you're paying attention, you'll know the temperature of the business at any given time, and have a sense of where the company is heading. There are no big secrets (or if there are, they've done such a good at hiding them I'm oblivious). This is one of the rare companies where the people I come into regular contact are good people, supportive of one another, and genuinely working towards common success.

Cons

Look, no company is perfect. Atolls/GSG can sometimes move too slow. And sometimes it can seem to underinvest in what seem like key initiatives. But I believe that leadership is generally self-aware, open to input, and looks to improve in areas of underperformance where it is reasonable and makes sense. Comp is generally aligned to market averages. There are certainly companies that pay more - but will you find the same environment? I'm unsure on career opportunities. It seems like employees in some geos may be better positioned for growth then others.

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atolls Response
1y
Hi, Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback and for your long-term commitment to Atolls. It’s wonderful to hear that you have confidence in our leadership, and that you appreciate the transparency and collaborative spirit within the company. Building trust and a healthy, balanced work environment are essential to us, and it’s gratifying to know that these values resonate with you. We understand your concerns around areas for improvement, such as the pace of change, investment in key initiatives, and career growth opportunities. As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, we’re actively enhancing our internal growth framework, with specific efforts to increase career mobility across all regions. Additionally, our 2024 initiatives include a refined job architecture and performance review process, designed to make career pathways and development opportunities more transparent and accessible across the organization. At Atolls, our #MoveLearnChange value reflects our commitment to adapting, learning, and growing based on the feedback we receive. We truly appreciate your insights, which help us shape a better experience for everyone. Thank you once again, and please feel free to reach out to our Talent Attraction and Engagement team at tae.team@atolls.com if you’d like to discuss any of these areas further. Your P&C Team
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