Bright Ideas. Horrible Execution! - Merchant Services North Employee Review

2.0
Aug 1, 2013
Recommend
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Pros

Very relaxed atmosphere, at-cost vending services, diverse co-workers

Cons

This place has no sense of direction. They come up with very promising ideas and execute them poorly. New products are consistently rolled out without notifying the merchants or properly training the staff for that matter. Those at the "front lines" in customer service & tech support are constantly fed to the wolves. The IT department does little to notify Tech Support about any upcoming changes to the mobile application for example. The IT department often expresses a "Deal with it. We'll get to it when we can" type of attitude. There are few knowledgable individuals in the customer service/ tech support departments who understand the industry. Sadly, they are not members of management. Instead, the management is composed of lazy individuals who are promoted from other departments with little to no experience troubleshooting the current product nor do they intend to learn it. There is a ton of micro-management from these unqualified individuals adding to an already stressful environment, creating a high turnover rate as a consequence. Poorly trained new hires are rushed to the floor met with an onslaught of questions and complaints from dissatisfied merchants. Merchants are consistently lied to or misinformed giving them no choice but to leave for the competition.

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5.0
Jun 25, 2026
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Pros

Joining this company has been well beyond my expectations. The culture is incredibly supportive, for the talent team (Mollie) combined with the training, nothing has beenless than exceptional, and the benefits reflect a true investment in employees. It's easy to understand why the company was recognized as one of the best fintech companies to work for in 2023. From day one, I've felt welcomed, valued, and set up for success. I feel incredibly humbled and grateful to be part of such a talented and people-focused organization. If you get the chance.. dont hesitate

Cons

Wished I had started my career here years ago!

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North Response
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Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! Everyone on the team was absolutely thrilled to read this, and it is a true honor to have you working with us as a Partnership Director. We are glad our training and benefits made you feel supported from day one. We work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed and supported from the start! This is what we call being Experience Focused. Your shout out to our training program also hits right at the heart of our core value of Intellectual Curiosity AND gave our Learning & Development team a reason to high five, so I am grateful for that! Thank you again for taking time out of your busy day to provide us with this feedback; We appreciate you!
5.0
May 6, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I’ve worked at North for several years and have had the opportunity to grow both professionally and personally during my time here. One of the biggest positives is that the company promotes from within and gives people opportunities to advance if they consistently perform and take initiative. Leadership roles are attainable, and hard work does get recognized. The sales environment is fast-paced and performance driven, which can be a great fit for motivated individuals who enjoy challenges and growth. I’ve worked with a lot of genuinely supportive coworkers and leaders who are willing to help newer employees develop their skills. Like most sales organizations, there can be pressure tied to goals and metrics, and work-life balance may fluctuate depending on your role and workload. The pace is not for everyone, especially if you prefer a slower or more structured environment. Communication and processes can also evolve quickly, which sometimes creates growing pains. Overall, I would recommend the company to someone who is ambitious, coachable, and looking for long-term growth opportunities in sales or payments. Your experience here will largely depend on the effort you put in and your willingness to adapt in a high-performance environment.

Cons

My cons aren’t really cons. My entire review is a pro.

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