Lots of really smart people, in a stifling environment - Research Manager GLG Employee Review

3.0
Aug 6, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

Many smart people, who came from impressive backgrounds. Smart, interesting clients Good drink selection Generally nice, helpful people Many international locations Biggest network of clients Good work/life balance

Cons

Okay benefits, no 401-k match Decisions made from top level down, without buy-in consideration or input from those below Bureaucracy and politics can make it difficult to get things done Despite having many smart people, silly/irrational management decisions appear to be made A lot of attrition in the past year Doesn't foster innovation, and having difficulty in product creation and growth Little room for career growth A lot of "it is what is it" thought mentality

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5.0
Mar 31, 2026
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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
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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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