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 331 reviews)); "Some great colleagues although many of those are now finding work elsewhere (because they can!)" ((in 171 reviews)); "Great culture and very diverse" ((in 168 reviews)); "Organized and good work life balance." ((in 158 reviews)); "Most of the Benefits are good" ((in 136 reviews))

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

"low salaries and unrealistic KPIs" ((in 144 reviews)); "Pay is low and lacking in direction" ((in 107 reviews)); "no bonuses (even if promised)" ((in 106 reviews)); "Long hours not as competitive as some companies from a compensation perspective" ((in 49 reviews)); "Just a number and communication is poor" ((in 28 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

56% 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

May 19, 2016

Senior Sourcer

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Only worked one project, but it was good. Management was on top of things, but it was management I had previously worked with at another company.

Cons

Didn't have a lot going on outside of their main office in the Dallas, Texas area. Apparently are getting away more and more from using virtual/remote contractors. If this is the case, will be loosing access to quite a number of people.

4.0

May 18, 2016

Associate

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pleasant people, helpful and encouraging management. Good benefits - including 28 days holidays and days off between Christmas and New Year.

Cons

Low pay, difficult to move internally, no training.

4.0

May 7, 2016

Good company for young people in Pilsen

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Team, great culture Good job after school, great experience Flexibility Benefits

Cons

Money improved but still low Too much work and stress sometime

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