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 325 reviews)); "Some great colleagues although many of those are now finding work elsewhere (because they can!)" ((in 176 reviews)); "Great culture and very diverse" ((in 176 reviews)); "Organized and good work life balance." ((in 158 reviews)); "Not great but few good benefits" ((in 134 reviews))

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

"low salaries and unrealistic KPIs" ((in 140 reviews)); "No bonuses and no raises during my 1.3 years there." ((in 118 reviews)); "Pay is low and lacking in direction" ((in 108 reviews)); "Long hours not as competitive as some companies from a compensation perspective" ((in 50 reviews)); "Just a number and communication is poor" ((in 32 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

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

Nov 12, 2022

The management teams are bored and bitter.

Recruiting coordinator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

You can move around throughout the company as there are a variety of branches, 100 remote work, and they have the money to pay well (which helps to know re: new-hire negotiations, et.).

Cons

I’ve only experienced toxic management… they simply can’t accept that’s things are fine and going well… they live for the drama. If work is going fine… hold on… they’re coming for your household, family, personal life. It’s demotivating and makes me wonder if I should be making mistakes at work to keep them occupied. I’ve experienced several managers and one was even combative with our clients. When I don’t hear from “our leaders”… everything is great. I HATE their involvement otherwise.

2.0

Jan 6, 2021

Avoid if your black

Assessment specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good range of clients Good work life balance Fleixble work from home

Cons

Salary is low if you are black The don't typically hire black people. The few are mainly recruiters, there are zero black psychologists. They have zero black senior leaders in their UK office and hardly any black women. So basically biased against black hires. But if you're white you'll fit right in.

1.0

Aug 5, 2020

Disconnected Executive Leadership

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Local office and culture are excellent, and the company typically hires very smart, talented people people. Team environment and ability to showcase your abilities are refreshing. Recognition for accomplishments is frequent, which fosters growth and creativity.

Cons

Pay cuts ranging from 20%-50% were initially instituted until 8/31 due to Covid-19, and have been extended until at least 12/31 with no assurance of if or when they will return. Internal communication from executive leadership is poorly constructed, poorly communicated, and exhibits a visible detachment from their sales, delivery, and operations personnel.

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