Pros
Aquent provides good access to quality roles at quality companies like Northwestern Mutual. The benefits are very competitive, including a good amount of paid time off (if you are salaried, not hourly) from the start. Every two years, another week is added.
Cons
As consultants, you don't always feel connected to other Aquent consultants, even when located at the same facility. The local management has recently had a complete turn-over. It's looking like a positive change, but it's still to be seen. As with any staffing (staff augmentation) company, opportunities are limited to what can be found at other companies. The number of clients is somewhat limited (too many eggs in one basket). As with many other staffing companies, there's not much of a bench.