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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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CEO: Scott Staples

First Advantage Retention Score

First Advantage is in the Top 5% of similar sized companies in its ability to retain quality employees. 82% of employees at First Advantage are excited to go to work each day. Overall, 80% of First Advantage's employees feel the company is doing what it should to retain them while 20% may be considering new employment. Quality employees are difficult to find which makes retaining them all the more important.

Last updated months ago.

Where This Score Ranks First Advantage's Retention

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5%
In the Top 5% of 1799 Similar Sized Companies on Comparably
TOP
15%
In the Top 15% of 122 Nearby Companies in Atlanta
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2nd place versus 5 competitors rated on Comparably

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A+82 / 100

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Who Ranks First Advantage's Retention the Highest?

Department - Marketing 88/100

Department - Legal 87/100

Department - HR 86/100

Who Ranks First Advantage's Retention the Lowest?

Gender - Non-Binary 69/100

Department - Engineering 77/100

Department - Admin 77/100

First Advantage Retention At a Glance

First Advantage's Retention score is rated an "A+" by 959 employees. The category helps understand First Advantage's focus and commitment to retaining employees in their organization.

Over the past three months, First Advantage's Retention score has remained steady at 82/100. First Advantage ranks in 2nd place versus 5 competitors which include HireClix, HireRight, Aegis Limited, GoodHire, and Crowd Supply. The Marketing and Legal departments are likely to stay at the company the longest, while the Admin and Engineering departments are likely to have the highest turnaround.

First Advantage's Retention score is in the Top 5% of 1799 similar sized companies (5,001-10,000 Employees) on Comparably. The Company ranks in the Top 15% compared to 122 nearby companies in Atlanta.

First Advantage's Retention Trendline

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How First Advantage's Retention Score is Calculated

Answer	Percent
Yes	65%
No	35%

Do you believe you're paid fairly?

Answer	Percent
Yes	95%
No	5%

Do you look forward to interacting with your coworkers?

out of 100

How would you rate the quality of your coworkers?

Answer	Percent
Yes	82%
No	18%

Are you typically excited about going to work each day?

Answer	Percent
Every week	39%
Once a month	36%
Once a quarter	14%
Once a year	7%
Never	4%

How often do you get valuable feedback on how to improve at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	89%
No	11%

Do you approve of the job your executive team is doing at your company?

Answer	Percent
Yes	80%
No	20%

Do Your Company Leaders Do What They Should to Retain You as an Employee?

Answer	Percent
Very Secure	24%
Secure Enough	45%
Neutral	24%
Insecure	5%
Very Insecure	2%

How secure do you feel your job is at your company?

Answer	Percent
Yes	64%
No	36%

Do you have a close friend at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	0%
No	0%

Would you leave your current job for a 20% raise at a different company?

Answer	Percent
Multiple times a week	0%
Once a week	0%
Once a month	0%
Once a quarter	0%
Never	0%

How often do you socialize with team members outside of work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	0%
No	0%

Do you feel burnt out at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	85%
No	15%

Are you challenged at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	0%
No	0%

Would you turn down a job offer today, for slightly more money?

Answer	Percent
Yes	93%
No	7%

Are you proud to be a part of your company?

First Advantage's Retention Rank Against Similar Sized Companies on Comparably

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First Advantage ranks in the Top 5% of other companies on Comparably with 5,001-10,000 Employees for Retention Score.

First Advantage's Retention Rank Against Other Companies Nearby

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15%

First Advantage ranks in the Top 15% of other companies in Atlanta for Retention Score.

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