Negligible training, tons of insecurity and zero long term view - Anonymous employee GLG Employee Review

1.0
Aug 26, 2024
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Work life balance, hybrid (but they are reducing that as well), peer group is fun and makes the workplace enjoyable

Cons

The leadership across all offices here is deeply flawed, starting from the top. In particular, some self-appointed leaders and functional support leaders at the Gurugram office exhibit highly toxic behaviour. They are expected to be supportive, but their insecurity makes them anything but. Talented individuals often find themselves targeted, isolated, and ultimately driven to leave the company. This environment fosters poor-performing, sycophantic groups and even 'spies' who report corridor conversations directly to leadership. It's an astonishing practice I've never encountered elsewhere. Globally the firm appears to have lost its way over the past 15 to 18 months, making frantic and often misguided decisions. The unpredictability is unsettling; colleagues you work with on Friday could be gone by Monday with little notice. This has created a climate of anxiety and desperation among employees. Moreover, the training provided is highly specific to this company and unlikely to be useful elsewhere, raising questions about its value. What was once a terrific firm now finds itself in a very troubled state.

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5.0
Mar 31, 2026
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Pros

Amazing people - lots of reviews say that because it's true. You'll work with smart, genuine, hard working humans. Good benefits and perks. Interesting events and opportunities to learn. Overall, a good place to start your career!

Cons

Very fast-paced environment which definitely isn't for everyone. Lots of necessary change.

1.0
Jun 14, 2026
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Pros

Good colleagues, arguably a good job post college (for like a year MAX)

Cons

I cannot stress enough how terrible this company is. Spent 5 years there, and watched it go further downhill every year. You leave with only soft skills (if that), and 0 actual industry knowledge. Seriously, you leave only knowing a bunch of Hocus Pocus. I am really surprised this company hasn't been bought yet. Or merged. On my team alone, we lost 7 out of our 9 managers since January... either due to layoffs or them quitting. Pay is low. There are no bonuses and it's very difficult to get a raise. 90k in NYC is poverty. There are bright people that come in with Masters, and PhDs, and MBAs -- handing them 90k is insulting.

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