Be a self-starter, be confident, love your clients.
Pros
Lots of autonomy (COVID has improved this and reduced micro-managing). The variety of clients is refreshing, and there is always something to do providing you are a self-starter. This job is a right fit if you are well-rounded/versed in several areas (H/R, EE development. coaching, finance, operations, etc...). An experienced HRBP / Manager is a great fit if you enjoy talking on the phone - you become the "hotline" for your client. The company recently GREATLY improved its benefits to be in-line with current market offerings. A new CEO came into place in early 2020 - and I have seen a lot of positive things happen since.
Cons
It's a great place to work - but there are 4 cons. 1) As in all places, there are some office politics, and power struggles that don't need to exist. There is an attempt to make one member of a team be a "leader" even though this is not part of the position / job description - and all players on the team are to be treated as equals. This one issue causes strife amongst a large portion of the workforce. But it can be easily overcome if you don't let yourself get pushed around. 2) Once you are hired, your salary is set. The company currently does not have a method for keeping salaries at market meridians. Your pay is supplemented by profit sharing and bonuses. There are some disparities with this method, but the company has been working to make this more equitable. 3)Offices. Everyone works in pods with their team, and it can be very noisy and hard to have a phone conversation or even concentrate. Of course, this varies with personalities, but overall it is a widely complained about issue. 4) Lack of diversity in executive leadership.
