Avoid, unless seriously desperate!! - Sponsorship Manager IQPC Employee Review

1.0
26 Sept 2019
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

You finish at 5! Well that’s what your contract states however be ready for the “working half day” comments The interview process is extremely easy They will pay above market rates for you to join

Cons

Everything else really! - Funnily a recruiter warned me not to join, I didn’t take his advice as I initially thought he just wanted me to take his role - how wrong I was! It certainly is a Tier 3 company and consequently I find myself writing my first ever review because I feel compelled to warn people not to waste their time with this company! - Terrible work culture, no one wants to work there. As soon as you leave the office for a break/ lunch etc everyone starts moaning about how terrible the company is. Not great for when you’re in your first week! - Managers are terrible, they have their favourites and don’t shy away from letting everyone know who they are. Openly talk over you about where the team is going for lunch and then not inviting you. It’s just rude however a strong reflection of the type of people that work there. - They will verbally bully you. Whether that’s from a bad structured call, you will hear “well that was terrible” and then not give any coaching as to why or how to improve (this happened to a guy that was in his first week in sales, not a good way to motivate new starters). This even goes down to a suggestion of playing some sport during your lunch break, “ haha no we don’t do that here”! Just a strange environment and you’re made to feel extremely small. - The equipment is awful, you’re made to work on a computer that is honestly about 15 years old. The screen is about the size of an A4 piece of paper (that’s being generous). - The sales training is below par, although they seem to think they’re some golden sales guru and it’s the best training since sliced bread. Trust me it isn’t. - You can tell it’s a bad place to work as they’re always hiring!! That’s not because they’re expanding, that’s because there is such a big churn they’re trying to maintain a workforce!!

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5.0
3 Feb 2025
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Pros

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
1y
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
16 Jun 2026
Recommend
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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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IQPC Response
2d
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed working with your colleagues, as fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment is something we value. We recognize how important a structured onboarding process and ongoing development are, particularly when transitioning into a new role, and we continually review our programs to identify opportunities for improvement. Creating an environment where employees feel supported and treated fairly is important to us. We wish you the very best in your future endeavors and thank you again for sharing your perspective.
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