Does GDS Group pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, GDS Group employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at GDS Group. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at GDS Group?

53% of GDS Group employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated GDS Group 3.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.1 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at GDS Group?

Delegate Sales Executive (54) , Business Development Executive (50) , Sales Executive (41) , BDE - Business Development Executive (34) , Sales (30) , Sales Development Representative (SDR) (21) , Account Executive (20) , Delegate Acquisition Manager (16) , DSE Role (13) , Business Development (11) , Business Development Manager (11) , Sales Manager (9) , Delegate Acquisition Executive (8) , Project Manager (8) , Sales Associate (8)

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

"Pays well and people are great" ((in 63 reviews)); "Culture is great" ((in 42 reviews)); "You can earn good money but you have to be prepared to work for it." ((in 35 reviews)); "Excellent training and you finish at 5pm which is rare in sales in my experience" ((in 29 reviews)); "Good commission but unreliable unfortunately" ((in 26 reviews))

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

"Senior leadership makes all decisions without involving or trusting the people they hire." ((in 14 reviews)); "With the current climate, working remotely is a struggle however managers are always on hand to give advice and continuous support." ((in 13 reviews)); "Upper management is full of liars and frauds." ((in 8 reviews)); "Long hours, 8" ((in 8 reviews)); "Senior management didn't care because if we were bringing in deals, that's all that mattered." ((in 7 reviews))

What are employees saying about GDS Group layoffs in 2026?

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

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3.1

53% would recommend to a friend

(690 total reviews)

Spencer Green and Charles Oakley

53% approve of CEO

44% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.4

Compensation and benefits

3.2

Career opportunities

3.1

Culture & values

3.1

Work/Life balance

3.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.0

Senior management

GDS Group has an employee rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 690 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The GDS Group 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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Reviews by job title

690 reviews

5.0

May 21, 2026

Great pay with a challenging and rewarding environment

Bde - business development executive

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great pay Challenging Rewarding New daily activities Pressure but positive

Cons

Young office culture attitude sometimes

GDS Group Response

1d

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review! We are thrilled to hear that you find your work both challenging and rewarding, and that you enjoy the dynamic nature of your daily activities. It is also great to know that you feel the competitive compensation reflects your efforts and that the fast-paced pressure translates into a positive and motivating environment for you. Kepp up the great work!

5.0

Mar 8, 2026

Sdr

Sales development representative (sdr)

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Culture benefits and work life balance

Cons

N/a don’t have any atm

GDS Group Response

2mo

Thank you for your review! We're really glad to hear that you're enjoying the culture and work-life balance at GDS. Creating a positive environment where people feel supported both professionally and personally is very important to us and we're gald to hear you're enjoying your time here at GDS Group.

5.0

Mar 4, 2026

Great working here and opportunities

Cusomer success manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

-Teamwork is highly valued, and colleagues are supportive and approachable. – Opportunities to learn, develop new skills, and advance your career. – Exposure to cutting-edge events, technology, and industry trends. – Hard work and positive attitude are acknowledged and rewarded. – Every day brings new challenges and experiences, making the work

Cons

Just make sure you’re happy to be here, open to learning, and willing to support others. Everyone knows that teamwork makes the dream work! GDS is a fantastic place to grow, and your efforts will be recognized and rewarded when you bring the right attitude.

GDS Group Response

2mo

Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review. We’re really pleased to hear that the collaborative culture and exposure to innovative events and technology have stood out during your experience with us. Teamwork and continuous development are core to how we operate, so it’s great to know that the supportive environment and recognition for hard work are making a positive impact. We’re proud to have a team that is open to learning, supports one another and embraces new challenges each day.

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