Does Paladin Security Group pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Paladin Security Group employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Paladin Security Group. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Paladin Security Group?

61% of Paladin Security Group employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Paladin Security Group 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.2 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Paladin Security Group?

Security Guard (449) , Security Officer (365) , Healthcare Security Officer (44) , Security (35) , Supervisor (22) , Healthcare Security Guard (14) , Security Officer/Security Guard (14) , Shift Supervisor (14) , Security Supervisor (13) , Site Supervisor (13) , Administrative (12) , Pre-Board Screening Officer (11) , Health Care Security Officer (10) , Security Professional (10) , Anonymous (9)

What are the pros of working at Paladin Security Group according to real employee reviews?

"Company provides free training and uniforms (but so does MacDonalds and Walmart) IF you stay for at least 6 months full time." ((in 106 reviews)); "Good benefits and programs startups" ((in 78 reviews)); "Love this place great people" ((in 53 reviews)); "Flexible hours and able to change" ((in 41 reviews)); "Managers are good and understand ‘sometimes’." ((in 33 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Paladin Security Group according to real employee reviews?

"Our pay is low and the company doesn't even offer hazard pay even when we're assigned to high risk places." ((in 136 reviews)); "Poor management and lack of employee value" ((in 114 reviews)); "Low wages for working there" ((in 21 reviews)); "Upper management does not care how much work you do or are willing to put in." ((in 13 reviews)); "Poor communication" ((in 11 reviews))

What are employees saying about Paladin Security Group layoffs in 2026?

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

Paladin Security Group reviews

3.5

61% would recommend to a friend

(1,743 total reviews)

Ashley Cooper

71% approve of CEO

55% positive business outlook

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Paladin Security Group has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 1,743 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Paladin Security Group 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

2K reviews

1.0

Aug 27, 2018

Receptionist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Absolutely none I declined the interview

Cons

A litany of cons too many too list.

Paladin Security Group Response

7y

Hi there. Thank you for your feedback. Paladin's open door policy allows for all employees to speak directly with a Manager or Executive. We hope during your time with us that you had the opportunity to do so to help address any of your concerns.

2.0

Aug 5, 2018

Final Pay

Security officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Nice people, good learning experience, great training

Cons

Some sites are terrible, poor Security Managers, Upon leaving it was very diificult to get my last pay cheque. Wasn't notified to return uniform and come in to head office. Direct deposit was suddenly stopped.

Paladin Security Group Response

7y

Hi there. Thank you for your feedback. Please know that we take all feedback into consideration, as we will be doing so with your review. We are always looking at ways to better improve our processes. Thank you.

1.0

Jul 28, 2018

Wouldn't Recommend

Protective services guard

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Shift work and experience

Cons

Management (CSM for Healthcare specifically), Pay, treatment, no attention to senior staff, creating new positions but can staff old positions. Terrible place to work

Paladin Security Group Response

7y

Hi there. Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear about some of the items you've included in your review. Please speak with your ECC to address your concerns. Paladin also has an open door policy and encourage our employees to take advantage of.

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