Knight Frank reviews

3.7

68% would recommend to a friend

(1,236 total reviews)
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William Beardmore-Gray

88% approve of CEO

63% positive business outlook

Knight Frank has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 1,236 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Knight Frank employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Bienes raíces industry (3.8 stars).

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1K reviews
1.0
Jan 17, 2017
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Pros

Decent work life balance and salary Fancy building in Baker Street

Cons

Not the best management structure - too many layers between you and senior stakeholders so projects don't move very quick, in addition to a dysfunctional team. Poor company culture and a lot of favouritism when it comes to employees. Private healthcare benefits only come into actions after 2 years of service. Decision making on technical obstacles needs to be shared - far too many dependencies on single individuals who are control freaks. No process defined for initiatives - just loads of random ideas. They think operate as 'Agile/Scrum' but in reality it's the complete opposite. My advice to anyone looking to join them for a career in IT - Don't!

3.0
Aug 2, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Knight Frank is a highly regarded name in the property industry. During my six years there, I had the opportunity to work with well-established clients, gain exposure to high-quality instructions, and collaborate with experienced professionals who were generous with their time and expertise. The brand holds strong external credibility, and in the right team, there are meaningful opportunities to learn and develop.

Cons

When I joined, I genuinely believed I had found a company where I could build a long-term career. However, it soon became clear that it was more of a stopgap than a place for sustainable professional growth. One of the most significant issues is the lack of transparency around career progression. There is no clearly defined or consistent framework for advancement, and promotions often seem to hinge on internal relationships or favouritism rather than merit. This has led to a growing sense of frustration among staff and ongoing challenges with talent retention. Support for employee development is limited. Training is sporadic and largely reactive, with few proactive efforts to upskill or prepare staff for the next stage in their careers. As a result, many individuals remain in the same role for extended periods without clarity on what’s required to progress. The company culture is also fragmented. While some teams are inclusive and collaborative, others are noticeably cliquey and unwelcoming. The overall experience can vary dramatically depending on the team or office, making it feel like different businesses are operating under the same brand with little alignment or shared purpose.

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