Limited growth opportunities, poor compensation, improperly trained managers - Anonymous employee Edelman Employee Review

1.0
Nov 1, 2013
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Edelman is a creative place to work.

Cons

Lower level employees are not treated well, mid-level managers are poorly trained and made supervisors at a young age, advancement opportunities are slim. The few people who were promoted last year had a very slight salary increase -- much lower than the industry average. Turnover is high. Company morale is low. Senior and mid-level management is not doing anything to increase morale. Instead they limit advancement, cut programs and work you to the bone.

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