Is FactSet a good company to work for?

FactSet has an overall rating of 3.9 out of 5, based on over 5,548 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 83% of employees would recommend working at FactSet to a friend and 65% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about FactSet have been left by employees working as Sales Specialist , Client Solutions Associate and Senior Consultant .

Does FactSet pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, FactSet employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at FactSet. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at FactSet?

83% of FactSet employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated FactSet 4.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.1 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at FactSet?

Research Analyst (763) , Software Engineer (492) , Consultant (324) , Senior Software Engineer (177) , Senior Research Analyst (124) , Software Engineer II (98) , Equity Research Analyst (97) , Product Specialist (76) , Analyst (75) , Senior Consultant (62) , Software Engineer III (60) , Team Leader (52) , Lead Software Engineer (50) , Client Solutions Associate (48) , Specialist (45)

What are the pros of working at FactSet according to real employee reviews?

"Good work life balance and good if you want to prioritize other aspects of life" ((in 774 reviews)); "The culture is great and the job shift is flexible" ((in 434 reviews)); "Good benefits like food and transportation" ((in 402 reviews)); "People are great and eager to help" ((in 315 reviews)); "Work culture is good and very relevant to my favorite subject commerce" ((in 179 reviews))

What are the cons of working at FactSet according to real employee reviews?

"Low salary for rank and file employees" ((in 374 reviews)); "Routine work with poor management" ((in 145 reviews)); "low compensation rate and excessive required overtime" ((in 111 reviews)); "Slow career progression and some of the supervisors are not competitive enough" ((in 68 reviews)); "Terrible experience and a terrible manager." ((in 66 reviews))

What are employees saying about FactSet layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about FactSet layoffs and their outlook for job security at FactSet in 2026.

What are the top reviewed FactSet locations?

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FactSet reviews about "compensation"

65% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.3

Diversity & inclusion

4.2

Work/Life balance

4.1

Culture & values

3.5

Senior management

3.5

Career opportunities

3.3

Compensation and benefits

Ratings by demographic groups

Race / Ethnicity

Gender

Sexual orientation

Disability

Parent or family caregiver

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Reviews by job title

264 reviews

3.0

Nov 27, 2025

Great place to start

Research analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great work culture, Learning, corporate experience, Food and cab facility

Cons

Compensation in very less when compared to other organisations

4.0

Feb 19, 2026

Work life balance

Analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Work life balance, hybrid, retirement plan

Cons

low compensation low career growth

5.0

May 23, 2026

Great culture and work-life balance, but pay is low

Senior product manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good culture, good people, work life balance, learn a lot

Cons

Compensation is lower than industry standards

3.0

Mar 18, 2026

Great WLB Compensation Could Be Better

Software engineer 1

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The people at FactSet are really nice and the work life balance is great

Cons

There is no additional compensation outside of base pay

4.0

Mar 23, 2026

Client Consultant

Consultant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great company culture, good people to learn from, friendly work environments

Cons

Low compensation compared to the market

5.0

Oct 5, 2025

Positive

Equity research analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great for Fresh Graduates: Many employees say it’s an ideal starting point for building professional experience. Inclusive Work Culture: Teams are described as diverse, collaborative, and respectful. Training & Onboarding: Structured onboarding and training programs help new hires adjust quickly. Work Environment: Offices are clean, modern, and offer amenities like free drinks, shuttle services, and occasional meals. Flexible Setup: Some roles offer hybrid or remote work options, with predictable hours in certain departments. Generous Leave Policies: Sick leave, vacation days, and other benefits are considered competitive. Documentation & Process Standards: Strong emphasis on formatting, accuracy, and client-facing professionalism—great for developing admin and reporting skills.

Cons

Compensation: Pay is often cited as below industry average, especially for the workload. Limited Career Growth: Promotion opportunities can be slow or unclear, especially in non-technical roles. High Workload During Peak Seasons: Analysts report long hours and overtime during earnings season or data crunch periods. Rigid Performance Metrics: Some roles use grading systems or quotas that feel overly academic or stressful. Shifting Schedules: Rotating shifts every few months can disrupt work-life balance. Management Variability: Experience may depend heavily on your team or supervisor—some report supportive leadership, others mention micromanagement or lack of empathy.

3.0

May 21, 2026

Great work-life balance but low pay and growth opportunities

Consultant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great WLB balance and people

Cons

Low compensation and room for growth

5.0

Feb 3, 2026

Great place to work

Consultant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Very good work culture, nice and competent people around.

Cons

Compensation is relatively fair but a bit lower than the market.

5.0

Jul 6, 2026

Great work-life balance but low compensation

Software engineer iii

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

WLB Growth and freedom to implement

Cons

Compensation is something to be worked on. Bit lower from industry standards

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Work life balance

Great culture and work-life balance, but pay is low

Great WLB Compensation Could Be Better

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