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?

52% of GDS Group employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated GDS Group 3.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.1 for culture and values and 3.1 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) (22) , 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 64 reviews)); "Culture is great" ((in 40 reviews)); "Good money but not great" ((in 32 reviews)); "Training is great." ((in 30 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 14 reviews)); "Upper management is full of liars and frauds." ((in 8 reviews)); "Long hours, 8" ((in 7 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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GDS Group reviews

3.1

52% would recommend to a friend

(692 total reviews)

Spencer Green and Charles Oakley

52% approve of CEO

43% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.4

Compensation and benefits

3.1

Culture & values

3.1

Career opportunities

3.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.0

Work/Life balance

3.0

Senior management

GDS Group has an employee rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 692 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

692 reviews

1.0

Apr 8, 2024

Medival Company

Account manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Good pay / salary - Nice work location (Queens Square Bristol)

Cons

- gossips - covert racism - swearing - drug abuse/ alcoholics - colleague bullying/ harassment - lack of diversity - scam artists /fraud

5.0

Apr 4, 2024

Great organization

Account executive

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

GDS has provided me with direction on how to become a better sales person and all around a better professional. It is not by any means an easy job - however when It has benefited my life tremendously financially. It took time to start earning the numbers - however the leadership team will support you in every aspect as long as your putting the work in and putting your best foot forward. It’s been exiting to watch my personal clients be so successful from working with us on our programs. If you aspire a sales career in a good environment - GDS is a great option.

Cons

It could become a stressful job - but that comes with the earnings

5.0

Mar 30, 2024

High Commission

Bde - business development executive

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

1. Base Salary 2. Good opportunity to make significant commission. 3. Travel 4. Get to work with great companies.

Cons

1. 5 days in office. 2.High pressure at times.

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