Does Autotrader pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Autotrader employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Autotrader. This rating has decreased by 7% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Autotrader?

59% of Autotrader employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Autotrader 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.4 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Autotrader?

Advertising Consultant (51) , Account Manager (10) , Sales Consultant (8) , Sales (7) , Account Executive (6) , Director (6) , Associate Manager (5) , Manager (5) , Senior Manager (5) , Analyst (4) , Customer Service Representative (4) , District Sales Manager (4) , Sales Associate (4) , Sales Manager (4) , Sales Representative (4)

What are the pros of working at Autotrader according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits are great." ((in 69 reviews)); "Great people at the local level" ((in 33 reviews)); "Pay was good but they always find a way to cut it" ((in 32 reviews)); "A great work life balance" ((in 24 reviews)); "Work from home, benefits were strong." ((in 22 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Autotrader according to real employee reviews?

"ATC is burdened with too many managers." ((in 18 reviews)); "Lack of focus from upper management, negative corporate culture, merger fatigue" ((in 16 reviews)); "Poor leadership of cross functional activities" ((in 15 reviews)); "loss of communication through the different departments" ((in 7 reviews)); "Middle management is ineffective and typically unavailable bringing virtually no value to the sales team." ((in 5 reviews))

What are employees saying about Autotrader layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Autotrader layoffs and their outlook for job security at Autotrader in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Autotrader locations?

Atlanta , Los Angeles , New York , Dallas , Brookhaven , Chicago , Brea , Boston , Dunwoody , Raleigh , Irving , Tampa , Detroit , Houston , Cincinnati , Sacramento , San Francisco , Denver , Portland , Miami , Clearwater , Oakbrook Terrace , Grand Junction , Northern , Paterson , Dothan , Mobile , Lake in the Hills , Mount Zion , Norfolk

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Autotrader

Part of Cox Automotive

Autotrader reviews

3.4

59% would recommend to a friend

(84 total reviews)

Sandy Schwartz

66% approve of CEO

44% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.8

Compensation and benefits

3.5

Diversity & inclusion

3.4

Culture & values

3.4

Work/Life balance

3.2

Career opportunities

2.8

Senior management

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Gender

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Reviews by job title

84 reviews

Reviews about "Compensation"

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5.0

Dec 2, 2014

Great company

Advertising consultant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay is fair, lots of opportunity for advancement. Huge company so if you're not happy with your position, there are plenty of other opportunities within the group. Great team and morale all around.

Cons

One of the cons is also one of it's pros. Making your own schedule and being self disciplined can be difficult but if done right can make the job that much better. Sometimes the territory you are assigned may be far away from your home but not too bad.

5.0

Jul 29, 2014

High energy, lively people, interesting products, top-notch marketing

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Fun environment and people who are very productive with minimal politics. Great perks, good salary, bonus structure, excellent benefits, 401k match, pension plan, employee discounts, covered parking, cafeteria, onsite fitness center, community service opportunities Interesting business - everyone can relate to automobiles in some way (performance, feel, look, value, image, financial, economy, fuel economy, etc.)

Cons

There was a time period where there was a fear of layoffs. That was a hard time but it seems like they are well over the hump from the time when the industry took a hit.

4.0

Jul 11, 2014

Management

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Young company, still building infrastructure Diversifying-no longer a one dimensional company Growth oriented for employees Exceptional benefits, which includes bonuses and stock options for management level

Cons

Still in flux Unclear how to handle competition In the midst of changing company direction Very silo'ed organization, very little communication across departments

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