First Orion reviews

4.1

78% would recommend to a friend

(21 total reviews)
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Scott Hambuchen

87% approve of CEO

61% positive business outlook

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2.0
May 14, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Initially competitive salary (for AR). Unlimited PTO. Low level management is supportive. Unlimited snacks (in-office only).

Cons

Raises are few and far between. Company has no clear direction. Major lack of senior talent to guide junior devs.

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First Orion Response
2y
Thank you for your review and feedback. We manage compensation at the national level for market rates and have an annual compensation review to ensure all teammates are compensated fairly and competitively.
5.0
Mar 30, 2024

Best Place Ever

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good Team Good Organization Good Salary

Cons

Low Budget Laid off Multiple times

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First Orion Response
2y
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review!
2.0
Mar 7, 2024

Challenging Phase

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Innovative technology, work-life balance, on-campus gym, free snacks, and weekly catered lunches.

Cons

Repetitive Layoffs: First Orion has undergone two years of organization-wide layoffs, with marketing being affected both times. Bonus Payout: Recruiters entice job seekers with the potential of a 10% bonus, but during my tenure, only a portion of it was ever paid. Leadership Communication: Leadership needs clear communication and better management of expectations. It often relies on vague promises and hope. For example, the company laid off an employee after the head of their department spent months promising them a promotion and pay raise. Overall Feedback: Working in the marketing department can be particularly challenging as the organization continues to cut headcount. I observed that the predominant form of "professional growth" often entailed individuals being tasked with responsibilities beyond their expertise due to layoffs.

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First Orion Response
2y
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback, we are always looking to better First Orion. If you'd like to discuss further, please reach out to hr@firstorion.com.
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