Mixed feelings about Edelman - Senior Account Executive Edelman Employee Review

3.0
Jan 13, 2009
Recommend
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Pros

The firm has a great reputation (looks great on a resume), and great, industry-leading clients You'll get tons of great PR experience, and hit the ground running with work. Entrepreneurial atmosphere-think of great ideas for clients, and you'll be rewarded.

Cons

Hours are insane, and expectations for the amount of work one person can do in one day are pretty crazy. Firm's commitment to employee work-life balance is mostly in theory, with little practical application Edelman tends to favor its "superstars" with bigger bonuses and higher profile clients. The rest don't really get the same opportunities and it can be hard to break into that circle.

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5.0
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Pros

good people and cool clients

Cons

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4.0
Jun 10, 2026
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Pros

Edelman gives you real exposure to senior leaders, complex work, and smart people. You can learn a lot quickly, build strong relationships, and get close to how decisions are made. There are also good opportunities to take on meaningful projects if you are proactive and willing to speak up.

Cons

The pace can be a lot, and the work can feel reactive at times. Priorities shift quickly and roles often expand beyond the original scope without always having clear boundaries, title growth, or compensation changes. Career growth is possible, but you often have to advocate for it yourself. Overall, Edelman can be a great place to grow if you are adaptable, organized, and comfortable with ambiguity. It works best when you have strong leaders, clear expectations, and support around workload and growth. That last part is impossible to control, so may the odds be in your favor.

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