Sage reviews

3.6

63% would recommend to a friend

(5,255 total reviews)
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Steve Hare

71% approve of CEO

60% positive business outlook

Sage has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 5,255 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Sage employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Tecnologías de la información industry (3.9 stars).

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5.0
Mar 24, 2026
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Pros

Throughout my career, I have never received such strong support for my personal development from my manager, thanks to all the training opportunities offered by the Learning and Development team. Taking initiative and working together to achieve the group’s goals are also central to the growth of my role.

Cons

Be able to work in a multicultural environment, as there will be exchanges and projects involving multiple countries, and of course, be fluent in English

2.0
Mar 23, 2026
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Pros

Some really great co-workers Competitive benefits

Cons

Some really terrible leadership Regressive return to office practices (seemingly not applied to Snr Leaders) Huge bet on the AI hype train & all the productivity gain pressure & expectations Regular redundancies Very little progression opportunities Nearly 5 years in, as an acquisition, rather than a hire, I feel Sage is getting worse. It's quite cult-like with no real upwards feedback loops & an intolerance of independent thinking. A lot of politics and cliques to navigate, that make progress slow for the majority (there's a few "special" teams of course). Recently it's become clear that there's only 2 centres of gravity in the UK, London & Newcastle, so bad luck if you're working in another office. Also, a huge crack down on attending the office, with increasingly draconian policies on lack of attendance. Depending on your manager, you could be in for a hard time (no pay rise, no bonus, dismissal) if you don't comply.

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Sage Response
2mo
Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed and candid review. We appreciate the honesty of your feedback, and your comments have been noted and will be shared internally for thoughtful and thorough review. Fairness, transparency, and consistency underpin our recruitment and progression practices at Sage. Progression is based on merit, and while building a strong professional network can support visibility of skills and experience, internal moves must be earned through capability, performance, and alignment with role requirements. We’re also committed to providing a consistent experience across our office locations. Your feedback regarding differences between hubs is important, and we’d encourage you to share any specific concerns with our Places team so they can be reviewed and addressed appropriately. Decisions around restructuring are never taken lightly. We recognise the impact these changes can have on colleagues, but they are made to ensure we remain aligned with our strategic priorities and continue to meet our commitments to customers, colleagues, and other stakeholders. Regarding AI, our intention is for it to be a supportive tool—one that enhances productivity, accelerates outcomes, and enables innovation, rather than replacing meaningful work. We understand that change can feel challenging, particularly when it happens at pace, and we’re committed to supporting colleagues through periods of transition with transparency and care. We also recognise the importance of open feedback loops and psychological safety, especially during transformation. If you’d like to discuss any of the points you’ve raised in more depth, we encourage you to reach out to our Colleague Relations team for a confidential conversation. Thank you again for speaking openly. Feedback like this plays an important role in helping us reflect, learn, and continue to improve.
2.0
Mar 18, 2026
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Pros

some good colleagues, good benefits, decent work life balance

Cons

3 mandatory days in the office, lack of progression and clear career pathways, lack of strong leadership at the exec level

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Sage Response
2mo
Thank you for sharing your perspective. We’re pleased to hear you value your colleagues, benefits, and work–life balance, and we appreciate your openness about areas where your experience has changed over time. Our hybrid way of working is designed to support a high‑performance, people‑centred culture. While managers are open to discussing adjustments where there’s a clear case, time spent in the office is intended to strengthen connections, expand networks, and create opportunities for collaboration that can support development and career progression. On career growth, we encourage you to explore the Sage Talent Marketplace, where colleagues can take on short‑term gigs, connect with mentors, and explore different career paths. Career journeys aren’t always linear, and many colleagues have built meaningful “squiggly careers” by gaining experience across teams. For additional support, our Talent Acquisition team is also available for career conversations. If you’d like to share more specific feedback on leadership, we encourage you to do so via our internal Always Listening survey so it can be reviewed appropriately. Thank you for taking the time to contribute your views. They help inform ongoing conversations about how we continue to evolve as an organisation.
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