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 4% 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

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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).

Reviews by job title

4K reviews

5.0

Jun 23, 2025

Great place to work.

Sr recruiter

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

One of the best teams I was ever part of. Strong leadership, outstanding tools, and resources.

Cons

All the layoffs that were occurring. Most of our team was dismantled.

5.0

Jun 23, 2025

Okay Place

Accountant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

, great atmosphere with coworkers, interesting contracts.

Cons

No salary increases, minimal move up.

3.0

Jun 17, 2025

Bens

Associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good, comprehensive overall benefits package

Cons

FInancail advice aorund penions quite minimal

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