Elsevier reviews

4.0

78% would recommend to a friend

(2,194 total reviews)

Kumsal Bayazit

89% approve of CEO

74% positive business outlook

Elsevier has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 2,194 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Elsevier employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Media & Communication industry (3.7 stars).

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2K reviews
5.0
Oct 26, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

I enjoy working at Elsevier for the positive culture, admirable managers and leaders, high-performing team atmosphere, and purposeful work. I appreciate the flexible work and the work-life balance Elsevier provides.

Cons

My salary is not industry standard.

3.0
Oct 20, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

There are some fantastic people you can work with, and people managers can make or break your overall experience. Overall corporate culture is accepting of diversity.

Cons

Leadership in 2024 is very poor. Poor decisions, no follow through or accountability. The individual contributors suffer. Additionally, very hard to get in-role promotions which are necessary for so many disparate, legacy solutions.

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Elsevier Response
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Thank you for sharing your feedback. We take your perspective on leadership and growth opportunities seriously, as they are both critical to our team’s success and well-being. Hearing your concerns about decision-making and accountability in leadership is something we do not take lightly. If this reflects a broader sentiment, we must understand and address it. We encourage you and anyone else feeling similarly to converse openly with a leader in your location. This could be a department head or HR business partner who can listen, gather insights, and ensure we address existing patterns. On growth and promotions, we recognize the importance of clear, achievable paths for in-role advancement, primarily as we work with various legacy and innovative solutions. Career development remains a key focus, and we’re committed to creating structures supporting upward mobility. Our overall attrition remains low, which suggests we’re fostering a rewarding work environment, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t room for improvement. We value your input and are here to support your growth with us. Please reach out to us directly - elseviergdrev@elsevier.com
4.0
Oct 17, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good culture, nice co-workers, and flexible work environment.

Cons

Low pay compared to the market.

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Elsevier Response
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Thank you for your feedback. We benchmark our salaries externally and use a general benchmark to ensure we stay competitive. We offer competitive rates and an array of great benefits.
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