AKQA Amsterdam - werkgeversreview Anonieme werknemer bij AKQA

2,0
4 nov 2024
Anonieme werknemer
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Goedkeuring directeur
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Pluspunten

People. One very simple but strong reason I liked working there.

Minpunten

This company may initially offer several temporary contracts, but after the third, Dutch law typically requires a permanent position. Despite positive feedback on my performance, I was given another temporary contract with assurances of a promotion and raise in the next cycle. However, when the time came, I was informed that budget cuts due to industry challenges meant they couldn’t follow through. Shortly after, I learned that new hires had joined, possibly as a cost-saving measure. While this can be a good place for a few years, it’s important to be aware that the company operates on a ‘fast-paced’ model, frequently hiring and letting go of staff to manage costs. Although it presents a strong image of wealth and stability, this may not reflect the experience of short-term employees. Additionally, I encountered challenging management behavior early on, which was difficult to navigate and left a lasting impact on my experience.

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5,0
13 mrt 2026
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Pluspunten

solid people, remote work, good work

Minpunten

company is a little lost at the moment. struggling with profitability

4,0
7 mei 2026
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Pluspunten

AKQA is a great line-item for your resumé. You'll work with excellent talent, and will (likely) get to work on some exciting things.

Minpunten

A lot of changes in the organization lead to a tangible decline following its acquisition by WPP. The "spark" that comes with a talented and exciting independent agency was noticeably lost – it began functioning more and more as a cog in a machine, leading to a lot of talented leadership leaving behind the Founder, as well as the loss of valuable clients. Limited transparency in career roadmaps and growth opportunities. Low pay considering the size of the organization (and its clients), no transparency regarding pay increase/bonus (if you get one at all). All things considered, if you're thinking about joining AKQA, I would (currently) approach it as a stepping stone in your career rather than a long-term home.

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