Lower salary, but more autonomy & better work-life balance - Director, Research Gartner Employee Review

4.0
12 Feb 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Fantastic colleagues in the Business, Technology and Insights division 100% remote Flexible hours Significant choice in projects and areas of specialty Very good benefits (medical, dental, 401(k) match, etc.) Lots of PTO

Cons

Industry undergoing upheaval due to AI Difficult competitive landscape Pay is lower (70%-ish of top)

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5.0
28 June 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Work life balance, though in late 2026 will be required to go back to office. Full autonomy for your own schedule.

Cons

Absolutely no path for growth.

4.0
14 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Being a globally recognized company makes it easy to consistently engage clients. Great benefits. Amazing people (managers and colleagues) For the most part there is a clear path to success and promotions. Executives listen to feedback after every internal call to help guide strategy.

Cons

In office mandate increasing in office days from once a month to once a week. Need to live in Florida or Texas because of the in office mandate. Promotions take a while since there are many people going for the same roles. Hard to reach clients and constant territory’s shifting makes it difficult to achieve the numbers you and management expect.

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