Does G4S pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, G4S employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at G4S. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at G4S?

52% of G4S employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated G4S 3.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.0 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at G4S?

Security Officer (692) , Security Guard (286) , Vigilante Patrimonial (97) , Custom Protection Officer (72) , Steward (51) , Upscale Security Officer (50) , Shift Supervisor (45) , CPO (42) , Security (42) , Armed Security Officer (40) , Event Safety Steward (37) , Supervisor (37) , Security Supervisor (36) , Vigilante (36) , Manager (31)

What are the pros of working at G4S according to real employee reviews?

"The pay was good and I did like the work but was limited to advance even though I passed every course offered" ((in 269 reviews)); "some good people but constructed by lack of vision and leadership" ((in 117 reviews)); "They have really good benefits" ((in 75 reviews)); "Good salary and cool environment bosses are great" ((in 74 reviews)); "The training is good and often and helps with revalidation and building up skills." ((in 53 reviews))

What are the cons of working at G4S according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management to work with" ((in 334 reviews)); "Long hours and very very repetitive" ((in 90 reviews)); "A number of managers don't seem to appreciate how their decisions will affect others ability to do their work" ((in 70 reviews)); "Long hours sometimes some very boring work and dealing with people that can be difficult." ((in 41 reviews)); "Some supervisors are bad" ((in 41 reviews))

What are employees saying about G4S layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about G4S layoffs and their outlook for job security at G4S in 2026.

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3.4

52% would recommend to a friend

(3,737 total reviews)

Ashley Almanza

78% approve of CEO

44% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.4

Diversity & inclusion

3.1

Work/Life balance

3.0

Culture & values

3.0

Compensation and benefits

2.9

Senior management

2.8

Career opportunities

G4S has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 3,737 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The G4S employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Administración y consultoría industry (3.7 stars).

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4K reviews

5.0

Oct 22, 2010

An exceptional organisation to work for

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The professionalism and integrity of G4S employees is second to none. G4S gives you the room and autonomy to shine. G4S has clear strategy and direction, giving you something specific to aim for. The work G4S does affects people’s lives in terms of their security and safety and this is truly something to value. The management team is tremendously supportive and approachable. G4S and its employees have a real 'can do' attitude, which you would expect from a global solutions supplier. The people at G4S make it an exceptional organisation to work for.

Cons

It is very difficult to name any downsides, but to ensure balance in my review, I would suggest the sheer size of the organisation sometimes leads to communication challenges.

1.0

Oct 18, 2010

Not the best job.

Security guard

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

It is really easy as you have a lot of free time if you are working at a good site. You are usually working by yourself

Cons

It could get really boring because you are working by yourself You always have to dress up in a really crappy uniform The only interaction you get at this job is saying "hello/good morning/hi/bye" to people that you deal with. Mostly of the employees are foreigners

4.0

Oct 10, 2010

Overall good experience

Security officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

1. Chance for overtime. 2. Understanding if I couldn't take an extra weekend job.

Cons

1. Heavy uniform. 2. Somewhat of a lack of communication about trainees.

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