The owners need to look in the mirror at their own behaviour. - Anonymous employee BabelQuest Employee Review

2.0
30 May 2023
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The wider BabelQuest team is great and some of the best people you could hope to meet work here. The pay is good and the flexibility to work from home when you need to is great.

Cons

In my opinion, the issues at BabelQuest sit with the two business founders. Knee-jerk decision-making from the top is one of the fundamental issues at BabelQuest, poor communication is a close second and last, but by no means least, there's a culture where people tip-toe around the CEO.

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BabelQuest Response
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We are sorry to hear this has been your experience with us as it is always our intention that working at BabelQuest is extremely rewarding and this is echoed by all of our current employees. Tough decisions are never easy and achieving excellent communication is very difficult for any business to achieve especially when a lot of the team are remote. However I can confidently say both founders care very deeply and operate an extremely wide open door for feedback. We hope you have gone on to find a better fit for you.

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5.0
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Pros

I’ve had a really positive experience working at BabelQuest. The company has a genuinely supportive and collaborative culture, where people are approachable and always willing to help each other out. There’s a strong sense of teamwork across departments, which makes even the busiest periods feel manageable. One of the standout aspects for me is the people. Everyone brings a great attitude, and there’s a real effort made to recognise contributions and celebrate successes. Leadership is approachable and open, and there’s a clear focus on doing things the right way — both for clients and employees. The role itself is varied and keeps you on your toes, which I really enjoy. There’s plenty of opportunity to get involved in different areas, take ownership, and develop your skills. I’ve been able to build my knowledge and confidence, particularly in finance processes and systems. The company also puts effort into maintaining a positive working environment, with regular team sessions, knowledge sharing, and a bit of fun along the way, which makes a big difference.

Cons

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5.0
6 Mar 2026
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Pros

New to the BabelQuest family - but have been made to feel so welcome. An amazing group of hardworking, talented, and creative people. So glad I joined and can't wait to keep learning and growing.

Cons

None at all so far, and I don't see that changing.

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