So far my experience with Amber Arch has been nothing but great! I enjoy the variety of tasks available which, most of the time, fit perfectly around my busy schedule. Their website is user friendl... See more
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I enjoyed my first assignment and the process was fairly easy . I think Amber Arch pay quite well compared to some other companies. I did find the time between doing the report and being paid quite a... See more
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I’ve just finished my first task with Amber Arch. Most things are self explanatory and where I have needed an extra bit of help or guidance Rachel has been wonderful. I cannot recommend signing up to... See more
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Birtley Business Centre, Station Lane, DH3 1QT, Birtley, United Kingdom
- 0191 492 2020
- lindsey.smith@amberarch.com
- www.amberarch.com
Cancellations
I've been working for Amber Arch for over 4 years. In most respects they are an excellent agency, however the application and allocation of jobs is demotivating. This week I applied for 5 jobs. Only one of which was allocated to me. Then that job got cancelked the morning of the assignment. Its not uncommon for over half of the assigned jobs to be cancelled on the morning.
Please improve.
July 19, 2024
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Reply from Amber Arch
Thank you very much for your nice comments. We could not agree with you more about how demotivating it is having jobs cancelled on the day of the visit. The type of job you are referring to, work that way unfortunately. We would love to be able to only put jobs on the jobs board that are actually going ahead but we have no idea until the morning of the visit. So sorry and we wish we could improve! Other types of jobs though, are hardly ever cancelled, retail, leisure etc - try those. thanks again, Lindsey
Be prepared to do the work and not be reimbursed
I was instructed to prioritise a visit urgently, and when availability opened up the day before, I dedicated around TWO PLUS hours to its completion, including the report. However, upon submission, I was informed that the report couldn't be utilised, rendering the effort and time expended futile. This experience amounted to a significant waste of resources and I would avoid this company and look to others on the market.
March 14, 2024
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Reply from Amber Arch
Thank you for your review. We did ask for the visit to be completed as a priority that is quite correct and we really did appreciate your assistance with this. However, we made you aware that your visit must not coincide with visits from other shoppers to this location. Your visit was booked on a free day, however, without checking with us, you changed it to visit on day when another shopper had already booked in. As a result we could not use your visit, very unfortunate and totally avoidable.
Very friendly and helpful
I've carried out work for Amber Arch going back to 2018 with over 100 assignments under my belt. I've had no issues and have always found the team in the office to be extremely helpful. Assignment guidelines have been clear and payment has always been prompt. I continue to work for them today and will be continuing to do so as it is such a good experience.
August 31, 2023
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Reply from Amber Arch
Thank you so much for the kind words, they are really appreciated. We look forward to another 100 assignments as least!
lovely team members
lovely team members who are always happy to help when needed. I have completed a wide range of visits so far including some food visits with meals included which was nice.
August 16, 2023
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Reply from Amber Arch
What nice things to say! Thank you very much, we really appreciate you taking the time out to write us a lovely review. Thank you very much
Great company
I have only had great experiences with this company. I completed a variety of assessments for them, easily contactable and the team have always been available to answer any questions I have.
July 28, 2023
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Reply from Amber Arch
Thank you Laura!
Fantastic Company and Staff!
Fantastic working alongside all the staff at Amber Arch, most notably Abi, Max and Pamela.
Always on hand to provide assistance and thoroughly enjoying all the various shops that can be conducted. Would highly recommend.
August 24, 2023
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Reply from Amber Arch
That kind words, thank you so much for taking time out to give us a such a nice review. It is really appreciated, thank you again and we love working with you too.
Use and abuse.
August 24, 2023
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Reply from Amber Arch
We are sorry, we have no idea what you are talking about or who you are. You are not one of our shoppers and this review has nothing to do with us
Nice company
Nice company, good variety of work available and easy to speak to someone
August 20, 2023
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Reply from Amber Arch
Thank you very much for your kind words. We really do appreciate it.
I hprofessional and Straightforwardave previously done some work for…
I have previously done some work for Amber Arch and always found them to be straightforward and professional. They expect high standards but l prefer to work for a company that is thorough and has a good reputation. Never had any problem with them!
January 7, 2023
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Reply from Amber Arch
Thank you very much, we really appreciate your comments, Very true.
RECOMMENDED AS VERY GOOD EMPLOYER ALL ROUND!!!
I have worked with Amber Arch for a long time and can recommend them highly as a very good employer. Their standards are high but they are clear in what they expect with the reports and always at hand to answer any questions. The work is varied and interesting and the flexibility fits in well with my lifestyle. Payments are on time and fair for what is expected. I would not hesitate in working with Amber Arch in the future and recommending them to others.
August 17, 2023
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Reply from Amber Arch
Thank you very much for the lovely feedback. We love working with you and appreciate all your hard work - long may it continue. Thank you
A brilliant company to work for
A brilliant company to work for, supportive, helpful, and kind. A variety of jobs and good pay rate. What makes them stand out is that they are understanding, and will contact if something is amiss. This is dealt with efficiently and easily. Great company!
August 15, 2023
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Reply from Amber Arch
Thank you so much, we really appreciate your kind comments. Thank you for all your hard work with us over the years! Lindsey
Wast time and money
Wast time and money. They pay you £15 but they make you work for £50. On average, you spent 3 hours writing a report and on top of that they keep harassing you with email with silly questions trying to find anything wrong so they don't pay you.
August 15, 2023
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Reply from Amber Arch
Hi, I’m afraid this isn't the case. These assignments take up to 20 min in store and around 20-25 min to write up, so under an hour in total - I completed a write up in 10 minutes only last week but obviously I'm familiar with the forms, so it is likely to take you a few minutes longer. However, I have absolutely no idea how it could take you 3 hours for this report.
In the vast majority of cases we don't need to clarify details afterwards but if there is information missing (item descriptions for example) or bits of the story that don't make sense, we will always come back to you to give you the opportunity to rectify this. Unfortunately in this case the story wasn’t clear and when we asked questions, your response actually made it less clear so we did need to ask even more. You can always call to give us information over the phone if you prefer not to reply to emails however. I'm really disappointed you have chosen to name a staff member who has simply been trying to assist you in getting the reports to standard we require, so that we can use your reports and pay you promptly. Yes, we have high standards, our clients expect them but if you complete the reports with all the details we need, there shouldn’t be a need for lots of follow up.
Deeply unhelpful this lot
Deeply unhelpful this lot. Twist facts to reject reports whilst no doubt retaining their fees. Steer clear. All other mystery firms are better.
May 26, 2023
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Reply from Amber Arch
We are very sorry to read your review. We aim to be as helpful as we possibly can be, always answering the phone and emails to our shoppers. Twisting the facts is not something we do, we are though, accurate and the clients we work for expect accuracy. If a shopper has done something wrong and we are unable to use the report, we will tell you and explain why. If you have not been made fully aware of your errors, do please email and we will clarify this for you.
Excellent company to work for
Excellent company to work for! Such an enjoyable job. The staff at the Amber Arch offices are wonderful and so helpful, especially when I need help with one of the shops.
March 13, 2023
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Reply from Amber Arch
Thank you so much Harriet, your kind words are much appreciated. A huge thank you for all your hard work completed to such a high standard.
Such a lovely company to work for
Such a lovely company to work for. I apply for work as it suits me around my schedule, some months doing quite a bit of work and others less which is great. Any questions I have are answered quickly with help always available. I have always been paid correctly and in a good amount of time. I have worked for AmberArch for a long time and will continue to do so.
December 20, 2022
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Reply from Amber Arch
Thank you very much Eve, your lovely comments are much appreciated and we love you working for us. Thank you.
Merry Christmas to you from us all
Amber Arch has deteriorated
Unpleasant and unfair interaction with this company after several years of doing occasional work for it, so I have dropped it from my list of companies with whom I work.
November 23, 2022
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Reply from Amber Arch
So sorry that you feel that way about your recent interaction with us. We can recall speaking to you about your recent visits. Both visits you completed for us made no reference to the brief, which was Christmas gifts. We spoke to you, very pleasantly to ask to you fill in the detail about Christmas and instead of doing this, you confirmed you were happy with the reports without adding this information. We asked again but you did not comply. We are really surprised that you felt it unfair and unpleasant, when all we wanted to do was add in the detail about Christmas.
I really like this company fast…
I really like this company fast payments straight into PayPal and have had no problems at all. Staff are always extremely helpful and responses are fast. Wish I found do more if I'm honest but my town is tiny. Hats off to them though fantastic work!!!
December 6, 2022
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Reply from Amber Arch
Thank you very much, your comments are really appreciated by us all. We wish there was more for you to do too. Thank you
Helpful, efficient company
I have done work for Amber Arch in the UK for years now and have always been paid bang on time and the staff are always on hand to help with any questions about scripts etc. Long May the work continue and thanks ladies.
July 3, 2022
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Excellent Company
I have worked for Amber Arch for over 5years and I've never had a problem. I find the staff to be really helpful and always available to deal with. The payment process is very clear & I've always been paid on time. I love working for Amber Arch and it just concerns me that some of these reviews are talking about US dollars & this is a British based company!
June 12, 2022
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Reply from Amber Arch
Hello. We are very sorry to hear this has happened to you. We predominantly work in the UK and Europe, this is categorically not our company. We are aware that scammers have used/ are using names of mystery shopping companies to defraud people but we would never ask a mystery shopper to send money to us or on our behalf. We would be willing to cooperate with any investigation taking place and really hope you are able to get your money back. If you have any questions please email us, info@amberarch.com
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