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)); "They provide good trainings." ((in 37 reviews)); "Good money but not great" ((in 33 reviews)); "Good commission but unreliable unfortunately" ((in 26 reviews))

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

"Micro management on every level" ((in 56 reviews)); "With the current climate, working remotely is a struggle however managers are always on hand to give advice and continuous support." ((in 14 reviews)); "Senior leadership makes all decisions without involving or trusting the people they hire." ((in 13 reviews)); "Upper management is full of liars and frauds." ((in 9 reviews)); "Long hours, 8" ((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.

GDS Group reviews

3.1

53% would recommend to a friend

(691 total reviews)

Spencer Green and Charles Oakley

53% approve of CEO

43% 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 691 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

691 reviews

5.0

Feb 26, 2025

Good company

Delegate sales executive

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good salary, nice work environment and very helpful people

Cons

Don’t have anything negative to say currently

GDS Group Response

1y

Thank you for taking the time to leave a positive review! Its so good to hear that you're enjoying the work environment, earning potential and collaborative working environment. It's great to know that our efforts to create a supportive and rewarding workplace are resonating with you. We truly appreciate your feedback and thank you for being such a valuable member of the team!

5.0

Feb 24, 2025

Great Company

Project director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great Benefits and Opportunities to earn commision.

Cons

Lack of ownership over developed client relationships.

GDS Group Response

1y

Thank you for your positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you appreciate the benefits and commission opportunities. We also value your insights regarding client relationship ownership. It's something we're trying to improve and your input is valuable as we look to sharpen our processes and make fair for all. If you have any specific suggestions please let us know directly on human.resources@gdsgroup.com

5.0

Feb 24, 2025

Exciting and dynamic place to work

Marketing director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

GDS is a company that is embracing all the right aspects of the business of the future. Encompassing data, content, connections and people, it has a number of products that deliver really impactful solutions for those who interact with them. The team are kind and smart, fast paced and fun. There's a great balance of experience as well as plenty of new energy and ideas across the business.

Cons

There are a number of industries that GDS works across, so being able to absorb information quickly is important.

GDS Group Response

1y

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review. We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying GDS's forward-thinking approach and the impactful solutions we provide. It's great to know that the team's energy and collaborative spirit resonate with you. We truly value a blend of innovation and expertise and we’re glad that you're enjoying the fast-paced, dynamic environment. Your feedback is invaluable as we continue to grow and evolve. Thanks again for sharing your experience with us!

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