Micromanagement - Managing Consultant Oliver James Employee Review

2.0
30 Jan 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- Clienti molto prestigiosi - Ambiente giovane e divertente - Bonus vantaggiosi

Cons

- Micromanagement disastroso - Meeting giornalieri in cui dichiarerai anche quante volte andrai in bagno - Zero cultura sullo smart working - Flessibilità oraria non pervenuta

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5.0
21 Apr 2026
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Pros

- Fun atmosphere - Big opportunities - Bonus scheme

Cons

- Fast paced environment - Growing very fast can be overwhelming

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Oliver James Response
1mo
Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback. Great to hear what you find posiitive about working at Oliver James and we will share your feedback with our leadership team.
2.0
9 Apr 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

There are several members of the leadership team who are genuinely talented and good-natured individuals but this is not enough to have a healthy and thriving staffing agency.

Cons

The office layout is quite cramped, leading to a lack of privacy and personal space. Management style leans heavily toward micro-management; there is a high level of monitoring regarding physical presence and daily activities, which extends even to senior leadership. This constant need for redundant updates prevents leaders from actually leading and managing their teams effectively. The culture feels more suited for junior staff who value high-energy social gatherings rather than seasoned professionals looking for autonomy and long-term career stability.

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Oliver James Response
1mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. As part of our ongoing efforts to make OJ a great place to work, your comments have already been shared with our leadership team for review.
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