Does Allied Universal pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Allied Universal employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Allied Universal. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Allied Universal?

46% of Allied Universal employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Allied Universal 2.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.6 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Allied Universal?

Security Officer (4313) , Security Guard (1753) , Unarmed Security Officer (507) , Security Professional (495) , Armed Security Officer (269) , Account Manager (243) , Unarmed Security Guard (227) , Security Supervisor (212) , Shift Supervisor (211) , Site Supervisor (185) , Security (142) , Supervisor (142) , Security Officer - Site Supervisor (91) , Operations Manager (70) , Security Officer/Security Guard (59)

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

"I use to work for G4S and Allied completed their merger/buyout this October the weekly pay is good" ((in 1137 reviews)); "Flexible hours and great for full" ((in 315 reviews)); "Those were just good people trying to do the right thing and they all eventually leave." ((in 308 reviews)); "Easy money to make and real easy job" ((in 161 reviews)); "Flexible schedule and very entertaining" ((in 154 reviews))

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

"And poor management!!" ((in 1113 reviews)); "There are no benefits and the pay is to low to buy into their dental plan." ((in 429 reviews)); "Not all operational managers is bad but the one I work with Rarely would ever respond to your messages let alone pick up your call." ((in 267 reviews)); "Communication with relocating management candidates is poor." ((in 229 reviews)); "Supervisors can be rude and think they’re better than you because they make a few dollars more" ((in 203 reviews))

What are employees saying about Allied Universal layoffs in 2026?

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

Allied Universal reviews

3.0

46% would recommend to a friend

(13,311 total reviews)

Steve Jones

45% approve of CEO

36% positive business outlook

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Allied Universal has an employee rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars, based on 13,311 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Allied Universal employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Administración y consultoría industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

13K reviews

1.0

Jan 30, 2026

Ignored by local and corporate offices

Security guard

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

some friendly coworkers and a few friendly middle management personal.

Cons

after being "removed" from a post, management wants nothing to do with employees.

Allied Universal Response

5mo

We appreciate your years of service and your candor. Feedback like yours helps us take a closer look at where we need to evolve and do better for our teams.

3.0

Jan 30, 2026

Part Timers Review

Security officer (unarmed)

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The responsibilities are straightforward, including checking people, vehicles, and records, as well as completing assigned tasks. The work environment largely depends on teamwork—collaborating with respectful and reliable colleagues creates a positive experience, while poor collaboration can make the job more challenging.

Cons

One downside is that the experience really depends on the people you work with. When teamwork or communication isn’t great, the job can feel frustrating. The work can also be repetitive at times, which may get boring over time.

Allied Universal Response

5mo

We appreciate your years of service and your candor. Feedback like yours helps us take a closer look at where we need to evolve and do better for our teams.

5.0

Jan 30, 2026

Great place to work

Security officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Only reason I left was because they lost the contract at the site I was working at. Good people, collaborative work environment, flexible schedules.

Cons

Long hours, clientele can sometimes get unsavory, and I felt the corporate elements were kind of faceless.

Allied Universal Response

5mo

Thanks for the feedback! We're proud to offer opportunities where employees feel empowered and appreciated.

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Jobs at Allied Universal

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