Great fun. Like a roller-coaster be prepared for ups and downs - Anonymous employee Edelman Employee Review

4.0
15 Sept 2011
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Edelman attracts great talent so it's a fun, lively and dynamic place to work. Edelman also attracts big, global clients, leaders in their field making it an exciting yet challenging environment. It can be thrilling and massivley frustrating in equal measures. Things change on a daily basis.

Cons

Many managers (junior to senior levels) are too caught up making their own name to think about team work and support and this creates alot of tension. Pace is fast which means decisions are not always well thought through. A lot of important decisions are made solely on gut instrinct.

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Pros

Edelman gives you real exposure to senior leaders, complex work, and smart people. You can learn a lot quickly, build strong relationships, and get close to how decisions are made. There are also good opportunities to take on meaningful projects if you are proactive and willing to speak up.

Cons

The pace can be a lot, and the work can feel reactive at times. Priorities shift quickly and roles often expand beyond the original scope without always having clear boundaries, title growth, or compensation changes. Career growth is possible, but you often have to advocate for it yourself. Overall, Edelman can be a great place to grow if you are adaptable, organized, and comfortable with ambiguity. It works best when you have strong leaders, clear expectations, and support around workload and growth. That last part is impossible to control, so may the odds be in your favor.

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