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1.0
22 Mar 2018
Recommend
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Pros

It's a job and it pays pretty well

Cons

Slave mentality, unrealistic expectations, promises to both clients and employees that are never delivered on. No resources and have to work 12 hours a day. No clarity surrounding promotions. Promised merit increases that weren't delivered on. The company has gone downhill fast and no one cares. The leaders in charge are just there for a money grab and that's it. They have children leading this organization with a lack of maturity and who could not care less about their employees.

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5.0
10 Feb 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I am a consultant through a firm acquired by Korn Ferry and have had a great experience with both the firm (Salo) and with Korn Ferry as a parent company. Great to have benefits and PTO as a consultant and great training and resources available - good communication as well!

Cons

Transitional period during acquisition had a few bumps but nothing major and all ironed out as more time has gone on.

4.0
16 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The client diversity across industries and regions is top notch. Great brand recognition. The marketing investments in Korn Ferry Tour and LA28 paid off. Smart people. Remote work is a plus as 75% people work remotely. No push for facetime in offices. Work from anywhere! Everyone knows of Korn Ferry!

Cons

A culture of long hours and interrupted vacations. Clear demarcation between haves(fee earners) and have nots (execution). High expectations with outdated systems, manual processes, inefficient. Low pay as there are no merits due to market/company performance. Hard to get food at the holiday party so stop at Five Guys prior.

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