Not a terrible place, but sure wouldn't go back - Senior Vice President Edelman Employee Review

3.0
Jun 16, 2008
Recommend
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Pros

They offer decent pay if you play a little hard ball; they have typically decent benefits as a large company; working at a "big name" PR agency always looks good on a resume.

Cons

Machiavellian management, tends to be a sweatshop, various offices do not support one another, very difficult to change practices or offices within company; a few smart people, a lot of "yes" men. Mgmt doesn't encourage independent thinking that will really benefit the client.

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5.0
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Pros

good people and cool clients

Cons

not a lot of work life balance

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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