Does Korn Ferry pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Korn Ferry employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Korn Ferry. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Korn Ferry?

56% of Korn Ferry employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Korn Ferry 3.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.3 for culture and values and 3.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Korn Ferry?

Recruiter (405) , Consultant (196) , Senior Recruiter (193) , Associate Recruiter (149) , Senior Associate (136) , Associate (124) , Senior Consultant (116) , Analyst (82) , Project Manager (67) , Associate Consultant (66) , Recruitment Coordinator (66) , Research Associate (58) , Principal (55) , Project Coordinator (53) , Partner (45)

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

"Some really great people to work with and a good company to have on your CV." ((in 321 reviews)); "Some great colleagues although many of those are now finding work elsewhere (because they can!)" ((in 181 reviews)); "Great culture and very diverse" ((in 168 reviews)); "Organized and good work life balance." ((in 151 reviews)); "good benefits and quality people" ((in 131 reviews))

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

"Low Salary and pay increases with bonus as the only thing to look forward to." ((in 128 reviews)); "Pay is low and lacking in direction" ((in 111 reviews)); "No bonuses and no raises during my 1.3 years there." ((in 105 reviews)); "Long hours not as competitive as some companies from a compensation perspective" ((in 50 reviews)); "I had no training on software and was expected to just get on with it." ((in 44 reviews))

What are employees saying about Korn Ferry layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Korn Ferry locations?

Buenos Aires , Godoy Cruz , Córdoba , Colegiales , Republica Argentina

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Korn Ferry reviews

3.3

56% would recommend to a friend

(3,889 total reviews)

Gary D. Burnison

57% approve of CEO

49% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.6

Diversity & inclusion

3.5

Work/Life balance

3.3

Culture & values

3.1

Career opportunities

3.0

Senior management

2.9

Compensation and benefits

Korn Ferry has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 3,889 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Korn Ferry 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

4K reviews

3.0

Oct 18, 2013

Career Development Opportunities for Growth

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Lots of opportunities to explore different roles/businesses, culture of internal promotion, great IP, very strong brand, the people are high caliber, global business gives a lot of credibility and a strong network of colleagues.

Cons

Pay. Career paths aren't readily available or intuitive for support roles- you have to make your own opportunities. Culture/identity shifts are constant due to growth by acquisition. Menu of services changes too much to allow a consistent message to clients and internal staff. Supporting roles are generally secondary to those that are client-facing; development opportunities align with that focus.

3.0

Oct 16, 2013

Senior Client Partner

Senior client partner

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great learning environment... access to top level searches and behind the curtain conversations on business. There are many high quality people who work here. If you are really enthusiastic about human capital, measuring and assessing with the latest tools, KF would be a great spot for you.

Cons

Company is busy expanding into too many areas. Executive search is being under funded and consultants are not getting good payouts.

3.0

Oct 9, 2013

good for recruitment experience, don't expect to rise in the organisation - good for gateway into industry recruitment

Senior associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Probably no worse than other top Executive Search/Talent Solutions firms. Relatively good pay and flexible work schedule. Leader in its industry and good for gaining experience

Cons

Financially driven, top level sales people (partners) are given management jobs with no management skills. Competitive culture with high turnover and limited training. Very few career options. Only around 1% of associates will successfully make it to partner.

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