Toxic and soul destroying. Still stuck in the 80s. Do not work here. - Anonymous employee IQPC Employee Review

1.0
5 Dec 2022
Anonymous employee
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Pros

-You have more responsibility and autonomy than in other workplaces, even if you are junior -Get to travel

Cons

-Inefficient company -Teams are structured and ran to work against each other not together -Senior Management has no interest I'm helping others -Incestuous -Pervy men prey on younger employees ESPECIALLY when they are drunk at events / work drinks - BE CAREFUL -Unrealistic deadlines and targets - purposefully designed to make you feel bad about yourself (which senior management massively reinforce and apply pressure) so you work evenings and weekends and almost kill yourself on an event, only to later find out the senior management didn't even believe the target was achievable. -still 80s workplace culture hidden beneath modern 'we care' language -Commission is misleading -a crazy high turnover -if something is broken or inefficient the company will not fix but instead make you in charge of solving that problem then watch you fail and put pressure on you -Noone cares about the quality of the event or clients, its all about just pumping them out quickly and cheaply -Pay is much lower than average -Noone knows what they're doing -'not my problem' attitude throughout company -senior managers undermine each others teams so that they come out on top -no sense of teamwork at all

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IQPC Response
3y
Firstly, we are very sorry to read such a review AND would really like to encourage this individual to come forward so that we are able to address the issues raised. These are matters that have not been shared with the Company. Diversity is a core commitment for us as a business and we have achieved some fantastic milestones in 2022 to improve our business for the future, this includes : - Our first Women at IQPC Conference which was attended by over 100 female employees and had a fantastic agenda to progress the conversation of equality. - Our London office now has more female managers than ever before – we primarily focused on Sales and now have numerous female sales managers and directors - We operate a headcount that is 48% female and 52% male Whilst we continue to improve it is essential that employees feel safe to share the poor behaviours of others so that we can address them and eradicate from our business. We are a people first business, and we really would appreciate the opportunity to resolve any matters that have not been made known to the Company thus far. With regards to the commercial comments – All of our UK businesses are performing extremely well this year and we are on track to potentially surpass our record profits.

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5.0
3 Feb 2025
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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
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Pros

people were nice enough to work with

Cons

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