First Advantage reviews

3.3

42% would recommend to a friend

(1,106 total reviews)

Scott Staples

67% approve of CEO

45% positive business outlook

First Advantage has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 1,106 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The First Advantage employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Recursos humanos industry (3.8 stars).

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5.0
Jul 3, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Supportive management that encourages open communication and values employee feedback. Collaborative team environment with colleagues who are willing to help and share knowledge. Opportunities for growth and learning, including mentorship or internal training. Positive workplace culture that fosters inclusion, respect, and trust.

Cons

Workload can spike during key projects or deadlines, leading to temporary stress

1.0
Jul 3, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

There are no pros here

Cons

This company demonstrates a lack of commitment to its U.S.-based employees. Domestic staff often face job insecurity, especially as hiring increasingly favors foreign workers. Management displays a consistent lack of accountability, often deflecting responsibility rather than addressing issues directly. There appears to be a pattern of nepotism, with upper management frequently placing unqualified friends or family members in key roles. When employees seek guidance or answers, management tends to either ignore inquiries or respond emotionally, especially when confronted with constructive feedback. The Customer Care team is one of the few departments that performs effectively, yet it receives little recognition or compensation. Following the acquisition of Sterling, original staff members felt sidelined as Sterling employees gradually replaced them—seemingly as a cost-cutting measure. There is little to no formal training, leaving employees to rely on informal communication and hearsay. The work environment is often described as disrespectful, with minimal collaboration or support among teams. Additionally, employees frequently felt underpaid and discouraged from raising legitimate concerns about compensation and performance recognition.

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First Advantage Response
9mo
Thank you for sharing your experience as a member of the team at First Advantage. We value the feedback from our colleagues and appreciate your taking the time to provide it. We are always looking to see how we can better support our team members to help them thrive in their roles. Please feel free to reach out to your People & Culture Business Partner to further discuss your concerns.
5.0
Jul 1, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

company provide excellent value to employers

Cons

pay range may be low compare to other MNC

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