Once a Great Company — Now Completely Unrecognizable - Anonymous employee Proofpoint Employee Review

1.0
Nov 13, 2025
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

A few genuinely good, hardworking people still trying to make a difference.

Cons

Leadership has destroyed the culture that made this company special. No structure, no strategy, and zero investment in people. Promotions and opportunities go to favorites, not talent. Experienced employees pushed out and replaced with unqualified insiders. Morale is at an all-time low and turnover is constant.

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Proofpoint Response
7mo
Hi. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. While we’re disappointed to read this, we value the perspectives of all our employees. We understand how important clarity and connection are to our team and our industry, which is why we’re committed to supporting our teams, strengthening communication, and ensuring employees have what they need to succeed. We also want to be clear that as a company we are focused on recognizing impact, supporting development, and ensuring a fair and consistent experience for each and every employee. We appreciate your feedback again and will continue working to improve the employee experience across the company.

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Cons

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