Pros
Nielsen has a great culture. I joined because I felt very comfortable with the people I met while I was interviewing. It also has lots of growth opportunities as it keeps evolving to be able to provide clients with the total picture of the global consumer. It is a true meritocracy as strong performers are offered new roles every 18 to 24 months and better pay than their peers.There are also lots of international opportunities as Nielsen is present in more than 100 countries. After a year working for them, they offered me a 6 month assignment to work in Asia. It was an incredible experience with many perks.
Cons
They have issues attracting young talent as some of its main offices are not in cities (Schaumburg, IL; Wilton, CT; Parsippany, NJ; Oldsmar, FL). However, the offices that are in cities are located in great areas and are the nicest offices (New York, Chicago, San Francisco). Compensation and benefits are competitive but not aimed at attracting the best of the best.