Working with Lindsey Benton from Career Group was such a great experience. She's incredibly professional, easy to communicate with, and genuinely invested in understanding what kind of role you're looking for. The agency always seems to have high‑quality opportunities in my field, and they go above and beyond with interview prep, feedback, and overall support. If you're searching for an agency to work with in New York, I can't recommend them enough. read more

Zelda and Ben have been tremendous to work with during multiple job searches over the past several years. They are professional, resourceful, empathetic and persistent in all the ways one hopes for in a recruiter. read more

I had the pleasure of working closely with Eleanor, Amanda and Sammy. Who supported me through the process of finding my current role which I am incredibly happy at. They also placed a colleague at my firm 10 years ago who is still here which speaks volumes! They were professional, supportive and had great communication from start to end of the process. I highly recommend partnering with them. Thank you! read more

I was pleased to work with Zelda/Keelan who assisted me in my job search. They presented me with opportunities that matched my skills and interest. The team was open in guiding me through the competitive landscape of my field of work. I look forward to keeping in contact with them in the future and recommending other collogues should they need assistance as well. read more

Really enjoyed working with Zelda and Keelan at Career Group. They have kept me in mind for differing opportunities throughout my career and have only ever put me up for roles that were interesting and a good fit for my skillset. I highly recommend their personal touch and thoroughness and hope to work with them again in the future. read more

I met with Zelda at Career Group and she asked very detailed questions about who I am and what I'm looking for in the next phase of my career. I appreciated her and her colleague Keelan's detailed advice on how to ace my interview and properly prepare for the job hunt. They frequently touched base with me about open roles and put me up for many positions that would be a good fit. My experience working with Career Group made looking for a job way less daunting and helped me feel a way more confident going through this process. read more

I had the great pleasure of working with Amanda Magleby at Career Group on my search for a new opportunity that fit my needs and skill set. Amanda and her team were very thorough right from the beginning in narrowing down the right opportunities for me. They were always available for follow-up conversations and communicating with employers on my behalf. I have worked with recruiters in the past and this experience was very different. Amanda and her team go that extra mile and truly look out for your best interest. thank you so much !!! read more

I've worked with a few ladies at Career Group and my experience was absolutely incredible. The team at CG is super professional, friendly, smart, patient, thorough, and understanding. They want more than anything to help you in your search and create strong relationships. Im shared with friends and family how amazing of a team CG is and for anyone needing that final push to go forward, let this be your sign!!! Incredible staff and experience. read more

Tori and Zelda are both such gems to work with. They really want to find a position that's a great fit for you and aren't looking to just throw you into a role. They are such wonderful ladies and are dedicated to help you. read more

I was lucky to connect with Zelda during the pandemic, which proved to be one of the most difficult times to find a job. I was immediately impressed with her from day one. She is a distinguished and highly capable recruiter and took the time to read my resume. Zelda consistently reached out to me with jobs that, not only suited my skills, but didn't underestimate my value when it came to fair monetary compensation. Zelda is fast, friendly and effective - it was a pleasure working with her. In addition to working with Zelda, I also had the pleasure of working with Victoria who was great at letting me know when new job opportunities were available and she assisted me with preparing for interviews. Overall, I can't recommend Career Group enough. No ghosting, no nonsense and they really do care about their candidate experience. read more

I cannot say enough great things about Tori and Zelda. They almost made me wish I didn't get a job because I knew I would miss my communication with them during the search. Both of them took time even out of their normal work hours to ensure that I was properly prepped and that I felt supported every step of the way. You will not regret working with them! Highly recommend. read more

Prefacing my review to make clear that while this review is lengthy, it is providing an accurate case study of my experience with a rep (Zelda) over a prolonged period of time. 4 years to be fair. Thankfully I am employed, but I think it's important to post, as I know many are out of work due to this pandemic and may be looking for viable career resources that will help w the job search process. All that to say, I don't think Career Group is the best option. I took some time before deciding to write this review because it was important to me to give this agency and my assigned rep an opportunity to prove themselves as being amongst the best in the staffing agency realm. I am not unrealistic in believing that the percentages of those applying will be staffed in their dream role, but I do hope to have an open, transparent, proactive and responsive advocate on my side during my job search pursuits, especially if I am being solicited. My struggle in most of my interactions w staffing agencies in the past seem to be contending with the old 'bait and switch'. When I initially applied with Career Group in 2016, I was assigned to Zelda and was told that the position for which I was applying/inquiring was unavailable, but that there were other opportunities to be discussed. I was given a small walking tour around the office to meet colleagues. One of which was Jonathan Hova who seemed somewhat genuine, but turned out to not actually be as helpful and seems more of a self important name dropper. My instincts were correct in my assumptions as other reviewers seem to reference similar perceptions. Long story short, once you are recruited by one rep, it's almost impossible to request to work with someone else if you feel as though perhaps your career goals/desires are not quite being understood. I applied for another role more recently (2019) and a 4th Fl rep, (Staci?) reached out asking if I wanted to come by to see the office. I mentioned I would be willing, despite actually not wanting to waste the time/money unless the role I really applied for was available, but when I said I would, I was met w no response. I only assumed it was because she may have seen that I was already in the system and working w a rep, so I was no longer a fresh candidate. Who knows. Either way it was pretty unprofessional. Despite having other sub agencies under the CG umbrella, very little brainstorming seems to be done to help place applicants in roles. If you are sitting in a progressive open concept office, then why not discuss your applicants w / collaborate with your colleagues around you? Perhaps they may have a role that may be a good fit for your candidate. My last correspondence to Zelda was (see attached photo), so no need for CG to "bring it to her attn". Honestly, she was gracious in her reply, but there was nothing really to say on her end, other than an inquiry about whether I had tried other agencies, etc. I didn't bother to reply of course, because obviously I had found work through my own devices...Why would I stay unemployed for years waiting for you to come through w viable options!? I would wish others a better experience than I had, but would recommend trying someplace a bit more dedicated. read more

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Career Group is an amazing company. I appreciated all of the staff's energy, hard work and dedication. I personally worked with Devon and Tori. They are sharp, on top of it and a pleasure to work with. I would recommend them and this company to any individual or firm in need of ANY recruiting needs! read more

Devon Grisbaum made my job search such a smooth process. She really made sure to find jobs that aligned with my experience and future goals. Couldn't recommend anyone better! read more

I was someone looking for a new job opportunity and was connected with Career Group through LinkedIn. I worked with a great team of women who were committed to finding me a role that was a perfect fit for my background, skills, and abilities. They sent me TONS of great roles to consider, got me prepped for interviews, and consistently advocated on my behalf. They were a pleasure to work with and highly communicative, also they offered me constructive feedback, which we all need! I have recommended them to folks in my network. read more

Be VERY suspicious of the 4 and 5-star reviews for Career Group. I don't believe they are from real applicants for a second. This place is one of the worst in the city. The office is full of young women on their computers, tapping away, trying to find "talent" like a dog finding a bone. It's bizarre and weird when you see it. The heads of departments are egocentric and on power trips. I met with Jonathan about a month ago. He's Director of Private Services. He only spent 10 minutes with me (he wasn't even the one who set up our interview--that's weird in itself), bragging about how he was part of the Harvard Club. Um, ok? Pretty sure the aim of the game here is to get as many young hopefuls in as possible to meet a weekly quota. And if you think you're one of the lucky ones, think again. They'll make you feel all warm and fuzzy with their "we love your resume" and "your background is fantastic" and then drop you like a hot potato. Lucky I dropped this agency myself. I found my perfect position without the help of any recruiter. PS: Be aware of the ads they post online. They'll advertise for positions paying $100k+ but when you meet with the recruiter, they'll say that position was filled or you don't meet the criteria for it. It's a classic switch & bait. read more

If I could give no stars I would! After reading the reviews for Career Group, I was excited to be working with one of the recruiters there. I met with Molly Belcher and Matthew Olsen and was told I would receive an email with 2 roles that I was a perfect fit for. I never received that email. I never heard from them again. It's been close to 2 months later and still haven't heard from them. They ghosted me like I was a bad date. If they didn't have any roles for me or didn't think I'd be a good candidate for anything, they should have let me know. Do not go to Career Group for help with your job search. You will never hear from them again. read more

Anna and Zelda are great! Although I did not get to be placed by them because I was doing my own job search, they were fantastic! They sent me jobs that I would be a right fit for and I went on a couple of interviews for them. All in all they are diligent at what they do, and amazing people to work with. I recommend everyone to use them. If I'm ever in a bind I will be sure to reach out to them again! Thanks Career Group! read more

Without a doubt, I had THE BEST experience with a recruiter in my entire 30+ year career. Amanda Dorado was extremely professional throughout the entire process and I highly recommend her and the Career Group staff for the best recruiting experience. I was looking for a full time position as an executive assistant. Her initial interview with me gave me the confidence that I was in the right place as compared to all the other recruiting firms I had visited in the past month. She explained the entire process as to manage my expectations and I really appreciated it because it made the entire process run very smoothly. Amanda asked just the right questions and was a great listener. I could tell she was such a gifted listener because when she took me around to introduce me to the other recruiters in her office, she had my story down to a perfect elevator pitch sound byte and the other recruiters immediately responded with roles that would be a potential good fit for me. At the end of my visit, I left her office feeling great about our connection and about the other recruiters. She emailed me later that day with NINE excellent options from which to choose. THE SAME DAY. I responded to her with my selections and she had interviews set up that week. The amount of communication throughout the process was something I was unaccustomed to experiencing anywhere else. All the other firms tried to offer me roles in industries that I clearly stated I was not interested in, but they kept pushing their inventory. They also tried pushing contract work which I also clearly stated I was not interested in pursuing. That was not the case with Career Group. The list of opportunities I was given was exactly in alignment with what I had requested. Long story short, I was able to get exactly the position I envisioned, working for a great company that offered a competitive salary and full benefits. The entire process only took a few weeks and Amanda was there every step of the way. If she was out for part of the day, she made sure another one of her team members picked up where she left off. I was supported throughout. During this time, I heard next to nothing from all the other recruiting firms I visited - and I interviewed with over a dozen of them. Thank you to Amanda and the entire Career Group team! read more

I worked principally with Zelda Ordulu. I cannot recommend her or CareerGroup enough. Over my fifteen year career in admin support I have dealt with several agencies In busy New York City. None compared with the hands on, supportive and well connected experience I had with Zelda, which resulted in a great job. A true professional at a great company. read more

I had the pleasure of working with Madison from Fourth Floor over the summer. She had contacted me via LinkedIn about an opportunity she was working on, and while I wasn't actively looking for a new role, I decided to meet with her. I liked that Madison had a similar career background to mine, and took the time to listen and understand what I wanted, my career path, and my future goals. I ended up accepting the position Madison had contacted me about, and I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a new role to get in touch with Madison! read more

Recruiting. It is simply sales...yes. So when Jonathon sold me on a wonderful job position, but then failed to show up to the interview -- Why do you think I am going to reschedule with you? If you don't have time for your "sales" or can't keep track of your own schedule, you should not be a recruiter. I don't want to work with an recruiter or agency that doesn't have time for me. Seeing this happen makes me seriously want a position as a recruiter (not here obviously) because I could do a whole lot better. read more

I worked with Jillian and Taylor for several months and they were an absolute joy to work with. They were constantly sending me new opportunities and were always so quick to respond. Both were very friendly and really cared about my feelings and preferences. I will definitely be reaching out again if/when I am back on the job search. read more

I had a truly lovely experience from start to finish working with Emma Hayes at Syndicatebleu. Emma reached out to me via LinkedIn with a job opportunity, and when I connected with her in-person she reviewed my skill-set and was able to recommend me for other positions for which I was qualified. Shortly thereafter she set me up with several interviews with an interested employer, and the rest is history! I found that Syndicatebleu was quite helpful with not only facilitating interviews and my contract, but also with all the steps in between. Emma really went above and beyond to ensure that I was well prepared for each interview, regardless of whether it was in person or via phone. In addition she was able to provide me with tips and tricks about the company and interviewers that I would not have known otherwise. I highly recommend working with her and her team during your next job search! read more

I met with Lindsey, and Anya at Career Group. They sent me a couple of jobs that fit my resume immediately after meeting with them, which was great. They even took the time, the day before my interview, to prep with me, which was also great. ..and now it has been 2 weeks since my interviews, and they refuse to answer my emails. I tried calling them, but could not get a hold of them. Why bother being in this business when you can't even follow up with people? It speaks volume about the recruiting agency, and honestly not worth the hassle of going to meet these people. read more

I worked with Jillian at Career Group for about a month while looking for new opportunities outside of my current role. Jillian was professional, fast to respond and brought me many incredible opportunities. Once I landed an offer, I didn't feel pressured to go one way or another and felt supported throughout the process. I would (and actually did) recommend Jillian to a close friend. read more

Jillian was amazing. She really talked me through the process and answered any and all questions that I had pertaining to my job search and the companies at which I was applying. She was really sweet and approachable every step of the way! read more

I was referred to Zelda and Anna by a friend, and they were fantastic to work with. They took the time to learn my interests and sent me roles that were a great match. They did a great job prepping me for interviews and ensuring my success. Sadly, they weren't the ones to place me in a job because I worked with multiple recruiters, but I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for their next role. read more

'Ode' to Job Agencies - The Aftermath Are they a typical employment agency? Yes. Are you one amongst lord knows how many candidates? Yes. Will you deal with more than just one recruiter? Yes. They're about their commission, BUT also about maintaining a good relationship with their company contact. What does that mean for you? They will not bullsh*t place you just anywhere to get their commission. They will do a thorough background check on you, so you better be ready to prove what you have on your resume. I kid you not- in the span of about 2 weeks I was easily sent out to a good 10, different company, interviews all within the job characteristics I was looking for. By the end of the 2 weeks, I had 2 job offers on the table. I'm past the one year mark with one of the places I chose. Be ready to deal with no frills, but the beauty about that is that there's no BS either. read more

I really really am so disgusted with this agency. If it was possible to give them 0 stars I would. They are not helpful and definitely NEVER return calls. I read many reviews from 2013 and thought, "hey maybe this won't happen to me. Let me give it a try". In May 2013, I went in for my interview with a Jill C.-Senior Account Manager at Career Group. She seemed so pleasant and the interview seemed promising because she stated that they received office/admin jobs often and would contact me in a week. She even introduced me to 2 young ladies that were a part of her team, in case she was not available. Lies Lies Lies because a week later I received no call. So i waited 1 more week and then decided I would call. I ended up calling 3 different days, leaving a total of 3 messages with the young lady in the front desk Melissa I think, NEVER did I hear from her nor anyone at all. So at the end of June I decided to email her on a Friday and finally she responded. She was so cut dry and quite coldly, stating that there was nothing available and that she will keep me in mind if anything comes up. I know Jill did remember who I was because of the request to keep me in mind when any Bronx/Yonkers jobs came up to let me know because I had a car and easily would drive in that area. She responded strictly and plainly by saying, "Nothing at moment but we will let you know asap. Thx!." So every Friday I sent her an email and it is now January 2014 and I still have gotten a "we have nothing available and we will keep you in mind" response. Bullshit. You mean to tell me since May 2013 you have not had any temp job even if it is data entry for $12-18 and hour. Really? That is a LIE... I do understand the jobs and economy is pretty bad but damm you cannot even get a 2 day job assignment or a 1 week assignment at all within that 8-9 months I have reached out to you. That is hard to believe and then I can never hear from you at all unless I reach out. Talk about helpful. NOTTTTTTTT... Guys and it is not like I am an uneducated individual because I have 2 degrees (BS, MS) and did Office/Admin work for 5 years and have done Teaching for 3yrs and have 6 months of Case Mgnt work. So lack of experience or education is definitely NOT the reason. They are just not helpful and I would never recommend them to anyone, even though they have a great website which states, "Our Temporary practice maintains a diversified pool of exceptional candidates at every level to call upon 24/7 for short or long term coverage". So not true... So my advice to all... Do not waste your time...with this agency. Clearly they do not want bonuses for placing people in jobs. read more

I wouldn't recommend this agency at all. I was invited in by a young lady named Carrie Van Leeuwen to speak to Molly Belcher. I had the same experience that Sara B. did. After our initial meeting where she told me she had a bunch of jobs in mind for me I never heard from Molly again. I their office in early Feb, 2015, and since then have received less than 5 emails. The jobs they offered to send my resume in for weren't even what I had discussed with Molly. Two of the positions were temp to perm, which I specifically stated I had no interest in since I already had a job and would like to interview for full-time, permanent, positions. Carrie retracted an offer for another interview because the position required the interviewee to speak Mandarin. Quite an oversight, no? Molly must be REALLY important too because I've asked to speak to her numerous times and they refuse to let me speak to her. I even have the emails to prove how they blatantly ignore my requests. I have a B.S. and MBA in business, 5 years marketing experience, Adobe suite skills, and plenty of office experience. I can see how hard it'd be to find an interview for me. This company is a complete joke. I would recommend taking your chances on your own, because you'll just be wasting your time waiting for any help from them. read more

I was told to come down for an interview after I submitted my resume to their website. I remember they were eager for me to complete my application online before I came in. One thing I noticed I had to fill out something called, WOTC (Work Opportunity Tax Credit) form. I researched it, apparently they give these forms to people who belong to certain "target" groups, in other words, people who face significant barriers when it comes to being considered for a position. While I met with the recruiter, she sounded as if she was reading lines from a script. She assured me that they had positions available and that she would be in touch. 6 weeks later, nothing. I contacted her to see if I was being considered, and she told me "We haven't found anything that's a good fit for your background...cast your net and keep your options open." If only she could have said that a little sooner. Now I worry that since I applied for the agency, and filled out the WOTC, myself and others will make it seem as if this company truly hire candidates who face hiring "barriers." The struggle is real. read more

I worked with Amanda Magleby for a few months and I cannot say enough great things about her. Amanda is a highly skilled and attentive recruiter. I found Amanda to be dependable, supportive, and motivating throughout the entire interviewing process. Interviewing can be overwhelming and stressful, but Amanda made this a smooth experience. Her and her team were always on top of their game, always went the extra mile, and always just a phone call away. Amanda was extremely communicative, thorough, and very thoughtful of the jobs she sent to me. I greatly appreciate the effort she put into my search and I could tell she really listened to me. She always made sure I was well prepared for each interview and followed up afterwards to see how it went. Amanda made me feel like a priority which never went unnoticed. I would absolutely work with her again in the future and I will be recommending her to my friends and colleagues. read more

I have to disagree with the negative reviews. I've been to several agencies, and none hold a candle to Career Group. Most bait and switch the salaries alone from what I've experienced, and give me the "I can't wait to leave this place" feeling. That has not been the case with CGI. I'm selective and I've worked with for the best through this agency. I think it's all a matter of your skills, experience, and how your present yourself. I've seen "crazy" show up in the agency - sneakers, grunge, you name it - and they were getting checks, which I'm sure was suitable to what they were applying for - whatever that is. I'm quite the opposite, so it's definitely not about what you look like. Sometimes an agency is just not for you. Some prefer you to lie to their face because they know you can do it well enough with a client to get a job. Unfortunately, that doesn't keep you working. What do you want for yourself? What are your standards? And sometimes, unfortunately, some companies are simply not interested in you. It could be based on your resume only; some trash it because of the formatting. It may have nothing to do with the agency or the Account Manager. Funny, the negative review I noticed was about my Account Manager, Jill C. Never had a problem with her. She's honest and extremely helpful. I got work almost immediately AND I got options. And, as noted in the aforementioned, I've worked with the best. If I don't like my assignment, and my standards are pretty high - to some, ridiculous, I'm gone - and she backs me up. I am constantly working, per my request. When I want time off, I take it. I've only been with them a year. I've had several requests for permanence and turned them down. You have to do what works for you - and do it with someone you connect with. To the negative reviewers - it's HARD getting a job in New York. It's frustrating because you never know what they're looking for. You just have to find the agency that is right for you. Do not think this ONE is it. The ONE, is the agency that calls you with something right up your alley. Hang in there. I was out of work for a long time, went to several agencies, interviews, etc. All hope is not lost. But, stay positive and keep it moving if things do not work out. Don't put all your eggs in one basket. And certainly don't wait too long. Best of luck (my lucky charm is God). read more

Worked with Lisa twice now and never got sent out on a single interview either time and that's with a pretty good resume. Yet other agencies had me out on multiple interviews a day. Hmmmm, anyway. I won't use again. read more

I came in-person with my resume to be interviewed by a recruiter several times by different people, yet several months later I received phone call to e-mail my resume. Again I was requested to met another recruiter in person, oh here we go again! Career Group, can you get with the computer age of having your database of candidates on file digitally? read more

A haiku, about my love for Career Group-- Career Group jobs are The only thing that feeds me Temping is my jam read more

Here is an email that I rec'd from them. My name is "Jane Doe" (name changed to protect the innocent) with Career Group Inc (National Staffing Firm) and one of my clients has a wonderful Executive Assistant position paying up to $100,000 + Bonus. If you are interested, please call me at 212-555-1212 or email me at _____ and I would be delighted to tell you all about it. C'mon... read more

This company is a complete waste of time. I would give zero stars, if I could. Especially, if you're senior level. You're better off putting your resume on a street corner, than you are with this firm. I have ten years of experience, an amazing portfolio.... yet my recruiter, calls, gets my hopes up and then ghosts. However, I continue to see the position re-posted. How difficult is it to update a candidate? I am very disappointed. Unless you're entry level, and will take any position that comes your way...... Don't waste your time. read more

Zelda Ordulu and Victoria Simmons were fantastic to work with. Always attentive and supportive in my search.