Great Company... in theory. - Team Leader Korn Ferry Employee Review

2.0
6 Feb 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

• Excellent reputation as a top-flight recruiting firm. • Very nimble organization that can change direction on a dime… and usually does. • Working virtually allows for flexibility and accommodation. • When you have access to senior leaders, you will find a WEALTH of knowledge and competence.

Cons

• Inconsistency in project implementation. (to their credit, they have hired a team that is now overseeing implementation and that seems to be going well) • Frenetic management with very little oversight; underperformers can coast and get by leaving all the hard work to top-performers. • ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY NO EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT! You will walk in with what you know and stay at that level if you do not take the initiative to learn on your own. • This company does not encourage it’s employees to be better at their jobs. • Bonuses are promised in your offer, but never paid. • You will NEVER be provided a merit increase no matter what your performance level is, so why bother is most people’s attitude.

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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
16 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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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 High expectations with outdated systems, manual processes, inefficient.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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