Why does WPP have such a stingy PTO policy?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Workers ain’t gonna demoralize themselves.

likefunny

WPP has a stingy everything policy. By far the cheapest of the holding companies, in my experience.

But time off is negotiable. That's on you to do better when negotiating contracts, raises, etc.

like

10 days seems cheap

likefunny

Unlimited pto ftw. Took a good 5 weeks last year at the ipg shop.

If you work at a shop for longer than 2 years, you're a hero.

likefunny

Something something founded by a British billionaire who only cares about share price and not about the people or the work something something...

Something something now gone but the legacy lives on...

like

WPP the parent company? I ask because their operating companies like GroupM and Y&R have a very generous PTO policy

like

@Havas 1 -- what's the policy at Y&R/ group M? WPP shops I've worked all seem to offer only 10 days off PTO and that seems ridiculous.

like

Doesn’t every holding company have a stingy vacation policy?

like

We have 10 days until you reach a certain # of years. Then we have flex days in the summer and for winter holidays and extra days off for your birthday, if you donate blood, agency awards, etc. so it ends up being closer to 20 days. And sick and personal days on top of that

like

I worked at a WPP company (JWT) and it was 10 days. WFH policy was nonexistent. Curious what GroupM and Y&R policies are... the message from HR was always that WPP was setting the rules.

Go freelance. You'll have way more days off.

The operating companies set their own policies. Ten days is standard for new hires. At GroupM for example in addition to the 10 vacation days they offer 6 “Fry” days which were originally summer Fridays but now can be used throughout the year, 3 Personal days, the Christmas week off and of course company holidays. A third week vacation kicks in after 2 years of service. Seems fairly generous to me

Related Posts

WHAT WOULD YOU DO?

Job A - no career path upwards, high functioning team, generous benefits and unlimited time off. TC 185

Job B - clear career path, new team, chaotic corporation, but lots of room for growth and budget to hire staff. Ok benefits. TC 220

Anyone have lemonade pet insurance? I’m confused by it, it says if I pay 18ish a month more, it covers vaccines, heart worm test, blood test etc but only up to a certain amount. So is it not 80% of my bill? Is another insurance company easier haha

like

Should I take this role?
Pros: 50k bump, company is full remote, no time tracking software, unlimited PTO, 10k in quarterly bonuses, vertical move in responsibility and title, will set me up for future roles in different companies with the title I am looking for (so strategic move)

Cons: Its a startup, the solution they offer is adjacent my desired industry, its a very small team so I wouldn’t be necessarily grow my network, tech stipend for new laptop (but they don’t provide a work one)

like

Since my other post was hijacked, creating another one. Any insight into RSM’s health insurance company used?

likehelpfulfunny

Hello All ..from which app or website I can check my public holidays in Pwc AC?

like

Guys need a small help
Please let me know some details on the benefits and salary for Senior Associate position at PWC,

What should be ctc ?
Associated benefits?
YoE: ~5
Consulting division

like

Points for the hot tub being out of order my entire stay? I’m staying here solely for a ski vacation and would have switched hotels had I known in advance.

like

Partners - Do you ever take vacations?

I have been at my current firm for about 1.5 years, and in that entire time the partner in my group hasn't been out of the office a single time. Is that normal? I can't tell if it's standard for big law partners to not take time off, if the dynamics for my group may be different (only 1 partner in the entire group), or it the partner I work with is just a masochist.

like

Hi Fishes,

How is KPMG digital lighthouse in terms of WLB and career growth? What are the perks of joining KPMG India?

Please give some advice as I have an offer from PWC India as well.

What type of wellness benefits (outside of insurance) does your school offer?

Hi friends, looking for some advice. I am currently in India due to a family health emergency for my mom. She is still critical and don’t have a good timeline on returning to work. I have taken pto but that will soon be over. What are my options? Will LOA impact my immigration status? I am on H1B.

like

Will it be a good move to join IBM GBS in 7A band. Also what are supplimentary benefits other than salary? like bonus or variable pay or something like that. How a regular day in IBM will be?

How much Joining bonus @eli lilly offers if joining in <45 days?
It has clause that we need to return amount if leaving before 1 year or 2 year?

Do they provide relocation bonus?

@eli lilly company

like

Hi folks, Can anyone tell me Perks to work in credit Suisse.

What are the best things to do in Portland over the holiday season? Just moved here in October and I want to know what's good, I'm single so events where you can meet people would be great too. What's fun here while it's cold??

like

🎄How do you plan to recharge over the holiday break?

Drop your plans or ideas below! 👇

like

How is S&P Global?.
Pros and cons
Employee benefits and Culture

Thanks in Advance! 😊S&P Global

Hi all, I am working at Natwest Group RBS and I have recently applied for Product Manager Role(gurgaon) in Gartner. How much CTC I should ask and what is the general hike and bonus they give on yearly basis and can someone provide some insights on work life balance and leave policy?
CCTC - 18 Fixed
5 yrs exp with full time MBA
Gartner National westminster bank plc Natwest group

like

More Posts

Incoming MBA, I have my tuition paid for and rent covered (I will be an RA). So the only thing I need to pay for is food and entertainment. Do you think 20k is enough to last me through the 2 years? I will make a little money interning in the summer, so that would be a safety valve if I blow through the 20k.

Or… should I take a small loan?

Have any of you enrolled in or completed the Penn MCIT program and be willing to chat about your experience?

like

Thoughts on Crowdfunding real estate investment? Is it a good option?

like

I am an ETL tester with 8 years of Experience. Any suggestions on upskilling and courses that would help.. will greatly appreciate hearing your story or any recommendations.

like

Could you please anyone let me know which interview questions asked in Infosys interview for Oracle SQl & Power BI technology ?

like

Hi Fishes,
I am going to join ZS in 2 weeks. It was mentioned in the OL that I will be provided a accomodation for first 2 weeks .
It would be great if you guys please throw some idea on thi..
As, how is the quality of the accomodation?
Is food also available there??
Can I take my parents??

like

Not my dog but what a love bug 🥰

Post Photo
likeuplifting

tfw you realize you could have earned just as much money as a high-end lsat tutor

like

Curious to know what other firm's bonus structures are, particularly those with billable requirements of 1900 and below. Trying to understand what the norm is and figure out if associates at my firm are getting screwed. thanks

like

Hi Folks,

What is the difference between EY India and EY GDS?

What are the pros and cons?

Thanks in advance :)

like

Does SAP SDC provide any mobile phone device?

like

L on the Carmines.
L on the Griffeys.
Finally gave in and paid $50 over retail for the Neon Air Max 95s

I hate it here.

funny

I didn't receive the credentials email yet from @Capgemini after 48hrs as well.
When can I expect it?

like

New to this. Is it typical for a firm to ask a staff to do the work of a senior for a year to show that they are ready for a promotion?

likefunny

Hi , need your opinions- For a qualified accountant Which is better? A senior financial analyst working in CP&A, Amex or Senior Associate Manager in EY, TAS, Financial Due Diligence team? Appreciate your views!

like

Hi All,

I have joined UST a Month ago and still waiting for a team alignment. Could some one tell me the alignment process.

Looking for a female flatmate to occupy a room in a fully furnished 3bhk in Kharadi.
Rent - 13333
Deposit - 37000
No brokerage
Available from 1st June

Dm for more details

like

I'm a 23M looking for any single occupancy available for a male roommate around Viman Nagar/Kalyani Nagar.
Budget ~ 14k

like

Does anyone know what these black dots are?

Post Photo
like

Any openings for Data Scientist in Jio?

Additional Posts in Advertising

Anyone work at an agency where the developers can actually develop modern websites?

like

Books on human psychology that have affected you. I'll start: influence, sales Bible, on killing.

like

My browser history is failing me and hope y’all can help! I recently stumbled upon a website where some ad folks had compiled a bunch of idea/conceptual thinking approaches and if you clicked through there were past spots that had utilized that idea / way of thinking. I wanted to share it with a mentee and can’t track it down. It was a simple layout: grid of images w/headline naming the idea … Sound familiar?

like

TFW they "really liked you" after multiple rounds, but filled the position internally.

likehelpfulfunny

What in the world is this old spice YouTube thing ?

like

How do you deal with an offer that is 20grand less than what you are making? I don’t want to seam money hungry but I also can’t imagine making less that what I already make. Feeling conflicted 😐

like

What health/pharma agencies are in SF?

like

Whats 72andSunny’s NYC office like at the moment? Doing well or flailing like the rest of us? Been trying to get my foot in the door there for a while

likehelpful

If you’re a Recruiter and you message me on LinkedIn asking for my website address, all that tells me is you’re lazy and don’t deserve the commission.

likehelpful

Has anyone been able to negotiate anything extra or terms when being laid off?

like

Project Managers and Accounts folks - what are the opportunities for growth at your agency? How do you advance? Better title + salary? Better work/client/projects? How are you supported by superiors?

like

Any fishies in new york have official snow days?

likehelpful

I was recently told that I wasn’t being promoted to AD. Now that I have quit, they are offering me an AD title if I stay. Why would they do that? I’m only good enough to be an AD now that I’m leaving?

likefunny

Two truths, no lies:
What do you love about your agency?
What do you hate about your agency?

like

Anyone work at Williams Lea Tag? Do you recommend the company?

like

Why is there a Black Keys song playing in a Wells Fargo ad?

likefunny

Whomever is doing the tv placement for Advocate Healthcare in Chicago: do you have to have the ad going every other commercial? If I hear “come on get healthy” one more time, I’m leaving the state.

likefunny

Anybody know anything about Essence? Good place to work? A recruiter reached out about a potential opening but I know nothing about the company

like

Didn’t know who the CCO is when I was asked about it in an interview... is there anything I can do to redeem myself? I feel like I really dropped the ball on this lol

likefunny

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal