Is Paycom a good company to work for?

Paycom has an overall rating of 3.3 out of 5, based on over 5,044 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 5% over the last 12 months. 49% of employees would recommend working at Paycom to a friend and 46% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Paycom have been left by employees working as Director , Sales Manager and New Client Setup Team Leader .

Does Paycom pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Paycom employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Paycom. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Paycom?

49% of Paycom employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Paycom 2.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.0 for culture and values and 3.4 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Paycom?

Software Developer (276) , Sales Representative (250) , Outside Sales Representative (193) , Account Executive (192) , Team Leader (112) , Executive Sales Representative (109) , Specialist (106) , Tax Specialist (75) , Client Relations Representative (63) , New Client Setup Specialist (62) , Sales (58) , Transition Specialist Representative (57) , Benefits Coordinator (51) , Software Developer Intern (51) , Sales Manager (49)

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

"Their benefits are great and generous" ((in 607 reviews)); "Pay is great and competitive" ((in 366 reviews)); "This company has great culture and I am proud to work for Chad R. It is a fast" ((in 316 reviews)); "Leadership is made up of really great people that you want to do well for." ((in 307 reviews)); "My boss clearly cares and the company offers great training" ((in 181 reviews))

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

"There is no work life balance here at all and almost everyone wants to leave." ((in 228 reviews)); "Management is poor and does not value its employees" ((in 160 reviews)); "Long hours and work to take home and do outside or work during initial 8 work training." ((in 80 reviews)); "no work from home AT ALL unless it's to do overtime and overtime only." ((in 80 reviews)); "Sales Managers have their favorite sales reps and executive sales reps." ((in 72 reviews))

What are employees saying about Paycom layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Paycom locations?

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Paycom reviews

3.3

49% would recommend to a friend

(1,492 total reviews)

Chad Richison

48% approve of CEO

46% positive business outlook

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4.1

Compensation and benefits

3.6

Diversity & inclusion

3.4

Career opportunities

3.0

Culture & values

2.9

Senior management

2.8

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2.0

Sep 18, 2025

Management stuck in broken cycles

Senior software developer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Individual contributors work hard and are genuinely good people. Decent benefits package and salary compared to industry average.

Cons

- Culture is toxic — blame shifting and scapegoating are routine, making collaboration stressful. - Leadership struggles to stick to decisions; priorities change constantly without clear direction. - Broken processes are repeatedly reverted to, instead of addressing root causes or making valuable changes. - Accountability is rarely shared at the management level. - Processes are dictated by individuals without the technical expertise to understand their impact, which undermines productivity. - Development teams' input is routinely dismissed, even when it would prevent problems down the line.

Paycom Response

9mo

Paycom is a dynamic and evolving organization; while navigating change can be challenging, we encourage our team members to be flexible and resilient, just as we expect our leaders to empower their teams with the tools and resources needed to thrive. We believe that informed decision-making is critical to our success, and we expect all of our team members to collaborate, seek input from subject matter experts and leverage the diverse perspectives and expertise they possess. We also prioritize ownership and accountability, recognizing that these values are essential to driving results and continuing to foster an innovative work environment. We’d like to learn more about your experience and encourage you to initiate a conversation with your leader or our team at hrmgmt@paycomonline.com.

5.0

Sep 18, 2025

Rewarding career

Marketing specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The personal and professional development I’ve experienced here has been beyond rewarding. I truly learn something new and develop my skills every day. My coworkers are supportive, hardworking people who maintain the same care and commitment as I do.

Cons

Paycom's culture has an expectation that you work hard and standards for performance remain high. I personally prefer it that way but it isn't for everyone.

Paycom Response

9mo

Our dedication to investing in our employees’ success is matched only by our commitment to fostering a culture of growth, innovation and collaboration. We’re pleased to see that our approach resonates with you and appreciate you sharing your 5-star experience!

4.0

Sep 9, 2025

Hard job

Account executive

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great pay to say the least

Cons

Pretty hard if sometimes and time consuming

Paycom Response

10mo

Thank you for sharing your positive experience. Dedication and hard work are what drive our company's success and we’re proud to support our team members through various initiatives, including our comprehensive compensation.

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