Item: Oxfam
Rating: 5
Author: Administrative Assistant

Question 1

Does Oxfam pay their employees well?

Accepted Answer

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Oxfam employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Oxfam. This rating has decreased by 6% over the last 12 months.

Question 2

How satisfied are employees working at Oxfam?

Accepted Answer

66% of Oxfam employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews. Employees also rated Oxfam 3.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.0 for culture and values and 3.1 for career opportunities.

Question 3

What are the top reviewed jobs at Oxfam?

Accepted Answer

Volunteer (317), Shop Assistant (43), Fundraiser (40), Sales Assistant (37), Shop Manager (31), Intern (26), Manager (26), Retail Assistant (26), Project Manager (25), Shop Volunteer (16), Cashier (15), Sales Associate (15), Internship (14), Assistant Manager (13), Deputy Manager (13)

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

"Great people and really rewarding to be in this great company." ((in 147 reviews)); "Staff were friendly and understanding" ((in 114 reviews)); "Great goal and colleagues" ((in 111 reviews)); "managers were nice and respectful" ((in 42 reviews)); "The culture is good, relaxed, friendly and they recognise the importance of work/life balance." ((in 40 reviews))

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

"Salary was low and only focus is to raise funds." ((in 61 reviews)); "The pay is low or none if there on a voluntary basis and the organisation can be chaotic." ((in 45 reviews)); "Poor management and lack of team work." ((in 35 reviews)); "the money is terrible, senior management are crooks, middle management are aggressive and patronising, I was literally shouted at for not reaching quotas." ((in 26 reviews)); "Years of poor management and leadership have created a crisis of cohesion" ((in 23 reviews))

Question 6

What are employees saying about Oxfam layoffs in 2026?

Accepted Answer

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

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