Talent leaving in droves for good reason - Business Development GLG Employee Review

2.0
Apr 9, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

The work can be interesting and the clients are appreciative and see the value of the service the company is providing. You'll work with intelligent people who are motivated.

Cons

Management's goal of growth isn't aligned with their sales compensation plan and has lead to many disincentivized workers. There are only increases in compensation when you are promoted to a new title, and upward mobility is severely limited. Two people on my team haven't seen an increase despite good performance reviews in 3 and 5 years respectively. Also to note, this year quotas increased roughly 30% with no increase in pay. It's hard to hear the mantra of "we are dedicated to recruiting and retaining top talent," when the structure in place does anything but that.

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5.0
Mar 31, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Amazing people - lots of reviews say that because it's true. You'll work with smart, genuine, hard working humans. Good benefits and perks. Interesting events and opportunities to learn. Overall, a good place to start your career!

Cons

Very fast-paced environment which definitely isn't for everyone. Lots of necessary change.

2.0
Jun 29, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Great co-workers, solid healthcare plans (with transgender coverage!) and excellent leave policies.

Cons

Five or six years ago GLG was an incredible place to work. It was inclusive and fun. Then Paul Todd left and everything went downhill so fast it gave me whiplash. New CHRO was a buddy of the new CEOs and the nepo hires continued from there. So many RIFs that the teams are all skeletal, and everything that made the amazing culture at GLG disappeared. I may recommend GLG for a new grad desperate for something to put on their resume, it’s probably fine for that. As far as the company I loved and genuinely enjoyed being a part of? Well that’s long dead. Management is catty and they’re all watching their own backs, everyone is working scared and willing to push anyone else under the bus.

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