Talent leaving in droves for good reason - Business Development GLG Employee Review

2.0
Apr 9, 2017
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The work can be interesting and the clients are appreciative and see the value of the service the company is providing. You'll work with intelligent people who are motivated.

Cons

Management's goal of growth isn't aligned with their sales compensation plan and has lead to many disincentivized workers. There are only increases in compensation when you are promoted to a new title, and upward mobility is severely limited. Two people on my team haven't seen an increase despite good performance reviews in 3 and 5 years respectively. Also to note, this year quotas increased roughly 30% with no increase in pay. It's hard to hear the mantra of "we are dedicated to recruiting and retaining top talent," when the structure in place does anything but that.

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5.0
Mar 31, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Amazing people - lots of reviews say that because it's true. You'll work with smart, genuine, hard working humans. Good benefits and perks. Interesting events and opportunities to learn. Overall, a good place to start your career!

Cons

Very fast-paced environment which definitely isn't for everyone. Lots of necessary change.

1.0
Jun 14, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good colleagues, arguably a good job post college (for like a year MAX)

Cons

I cannot stress enough how terrible this company is. Spent 5 years there, and watched it go further downhill every year. You leave with only soft skills (if that), and 0 actual industry knowledge. Seriously, you leave only knowing a bunch of Hocus Pocus. I am really surprised this company hasn't been bought yet. Or merged. On my team alone, we lost 7 out of our 9 managers since January... either due to layoffs or them quitting. Pay is low. There are no bonuses and it's very difficult to get a raise. 90k in NYC is poverty. There are bright people that come in with Masters, and PhDs, and MBAs -- handing them 90k is insulting.

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