Korn Ferry reviews

3.3

56% would recommend to a friend

(3,889 total reviews)
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Gary D. Burnison

56% approve of CEO

49% positive business outlook

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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4K reviews
4.0
Aug 15, 2025

Great workplace

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Structured, professional, supportive, good people

Cons

Bonus not competitive, too large for a search firm

2.0
Aug 13, 2025

Too much layoffs

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Remote and high pay were the only advantages.

Cons

- No stability as they’re laying off people every few months. - Even if you have the best performance reviews, still don’t expect a promotion after a few years.

5.0
Aug 11, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Skill Development – Opportunity to gain experience in [specific skills for the role]. Career Path – Potential stepping stone toward [next-level positions or industries]. Compensation – Competitive salary, bonus potential, or good benefits. Work Environment – Positive culture, supportive leadership, or good team collaboration. Job Security – Stable industry or employer. Location/Remote – Convenient location, hybrid or remote flexibility. Training/Support – Strong onboarding or professional development opportunities.

Cons

Limited Growth – Few opportunities for promotion or career progression. Workload/Stress – High demands, long hours, or unrealistic deadlines. Pay Gap – Lower than industry average for similar roles. Commute – Long or costly travel if not remote. Monotony – Repetitive tasks that may not be challenging long term. Management Style – Potential for micromanagement or poor leadership. Industry Risk – Vulnerable to layoffs or market changes.

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