Comparably Awards

First Advantage (NASDAQ: FA) is a leading provider of global software and data in the HR technology industry. Enabled by its proprietary technology and AI, First Advantage’s platforms, data, and APIs power comprehensive employment background screening, digital identity solutions, and verification services. With a strong emphasis on innovation, automation, and customer success, First Advantage empowers 80,000 organizations to hire smarter and onboard faster. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, First Advantage serves customers in over 200 countries and territories, modernizing hiring and onboarding on a global scale. For more information, please visit our website at https://fadv.com/. read more

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TOTAL RATINGS: 27662

CEO: Scott Staples

Michael Pilnick — Chief Human Resources Officer at First Advantage

Michael Pilnick holds the Chief Human Resources Officer position on First Advantage's Human Resources team. As Chief Human Resources Officer, Michael Pilnick is an important member of First Advantage's leadership. Michael Pilnick is entrusted with maintaining the happiness of employees, whether it be through recognition and awards, professional development, or benefits. Employees at First Advantage rate their leadership an A+, ranking them within the Top 10% in Atlanta.

First Advantage HR Department Impact

First Advantage human resources has a direct relationship with cultivating company culture and retention of its employees. First Advantage's human resources team has earned First Advantage an A+ in office culture and an A+ for their retention efforts.

Top 5%

A+

Office Culture

First Advantage is in the Top 5% of Similar Sized companies on Comparably.

Top 5%

A+

Managers

First Advantage is in the Top 5% of Similar Sized companies on Comparably.

Top 5%

A+

Retention

First Advantage is in the Top 5% of Similar Sized companies on Comparably.

HR Department Responsibilities

First Advantage's human resources is generally tasked with hiring, orienting, and creating the work atmosphere. On average, 88% of employees at First Advantage look forward to going into work each morning and interacting with their co-workers. The majority of employees at First Advantage say the work environment created by their HR team is positive; rating it an A+ and ranking them in the Top 5% of similar sized companies on Comparably.

Answer	Percent
Yes	95%
No	5%

Do you look forward to interacting with your coworkers?

Answer	Percent
Positive	92%
Negative	8%

Is your work environment positive or negative?

Answer	Percent
Yes	82%
No	18%

Are you typically excited about going to work each day?

Other HR Leaders at First Advantage

Scott Staples

CEO / President

David Tucker

Human Resources Director/Executive Recruiter

Debbie Edelman

Director, Human Resources

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