Great for senior level; horrible for junior level; extreme office politics - Senior Account Executive Edelman Employee Review

2.0
Sep 16, 2008
Recommend
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Pros

Edelman has a great reputation, as everyone knows, and there certainly is lots of room to grow (if you know the right people and are part of the circle of office elites). People at Edelman are incredibly smart and understand the various industries very well. The global networking for account servicing is unmatched.

Cons

There is no work/life balance at Edelman. Junior level staff are highly disregarded no matter how much they burn the midnight oil to keep the accounts afloat. There are office politics to no end, and personal feelings/vendettas almost always trump professional merit.

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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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