Does Edelman Financial Engines pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Edelman Financial Engines employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Edelman Financial Engines. This rating has decreased by 8% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Edelman Financial Engines?

48% of Edelman Financial Engines employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Edelman Financial Engines 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.2 for culture and values and 3.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Edelman Financial Engines?

Client Service Associate (38) , Investment Advisor (19) , Software Engineer (12) , Financial Advisor (11) , Investment Advisor Representative (11) , Senior Software Engineer (11) , Financial Planner (7) , CSA (6) , Executive Assistant (6) , Manager (6) , Client Services Manager (5) , Marketing (5) , CSA - Customer Service Associate (4) , Director (4) , Engineer (4)

What are the pros of working at Edelman Financial Engines according to real employee reviews?

"Great people and very smart." ((in 47 reviews)); "Benefits are great." ((in 42 reviews)); "Great culture and always innovating." ((in 35 reviews)); "Work life balance is good here" ((in 33 reviews)); "Decent pay and 20 paid days off in addition to market holidays." ((in 26 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Edelman Financial Engines according to real employee reviews?

"Abusive senior leadership that chooses to engage in tirades." ((in 18 reviews)); "Stuck with a bad manager for a while before they were finally fired." ((in 15 reviews)); "Upper management is clueless." ((in 9 reviews)); "Layoffs are frequent." ((in 5 reviews)); "Old technology and aging platform." ((in 4 reviews))

What are employees saying about Edelman Financial Engines layoffs in 2026?

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

What Edelman Financial Engines locations have received the highest employee ratings?

Boston , Santa Clara , Overland Park , Fairfax

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3.3

48% would recommend to a friend

(482 total reviews)

Ralph Haberli

22% approve of CEO

44% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.9

Diversity & inclusion

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.3

Compensation and benefits

3.2

Culture & values

3.0

Career opportunities

2.8

Senior management

Edelman Financial Engines has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 482 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Edelman Financial Engines employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Financial Services industry (3.7 stars).

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482 reviews

2.0

Feb 2, 2026

Out of Touch Management and Lack of Direction

Anonymous employee

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Business Outlook

Pros

Remote-first setup, offering flexibility for employees who prefer working remotely.

Cons

The marketing team lacks clear direction and is frequently affected by inconsistent decisions from upper management. Constant changes make it difficult to execute effectively. Many younger team members are leaving because they don’t see long-term growth or a clear future at the company.

Edelman Financial Engines Response

1mo

Thank you for sharing your perspective. We’re glad you value the flexibility of our remote-first environment. We also recognize the importance of clear direction, consistent decision-making, and long-term growth paths especially for teams navigating change. Feedback like this is taken seriously, and we continue working to strengthen communication, alignment, and leadership clarity so teams can execute effectively and feel confident in the road ahead.

2.0

Jan 27, 2026

Disjointed Leadership (Marketing)

Anonymous employee

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

There are some good benefits, and remote environment is ok if that’s what you prefer.

Cons

The marketing team is very disjointed and the CMO was not great to work for, at all. Lots of changes happen and leadership doesn’t actually care about employees, as the team is pretty big.

Edelman Financial Engines Response

1mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate you recognizing our benefits and remote work flexibility. We also understand the importance of strong alignment, consistent leadership, and meaningful connections between leaders and their teams particularly within large, evolving organizations. Feedback like this is taken seriously as we continue working to strengthen leadership effectiveness, communication, and engagement across teams.

2.0

Jan 6, 2026

Poor Culture - No Accountability

Anonymous employee

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Contracted with a number of employers that you know. Basic Benefits.

Cons

Poor leadership. What is the answer today. Completely outdated systems without any accountability of support. The company doesn't care about it's own people. Private Equity destroyed yet another company culture and is feeding off of it.

Edelman Financial Engines Response

1mo

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We appreciate you acknowledging the benefits and flexibility offered, and we understand the frustration reflected in your comments around leadership, accountability, and systems. Experiences can vary, but feedback like this is taken seriously as we continue working to strengthen leadership practices, modernize tools, and build a culture rooted in transparency, accountability, and respect for our people. We value all perspectives and appreciate you taking the time to share yours.

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