You've been Warned - Sales Consultant Meltwater Employee Review

1.0
23 July 2018
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

-the people you work with are cool and young -snacks / drinks in the office -good location - fun group

Cons

-literally everything related to the job. The turnover here is unbelievable. I think 3 people from my "recruiting class" still work here out of 15. This place is hell on earth to be honest. You are expected to be on the phones dialing out by 7 am and if you aren't, they will let you know. It's literally frowned upon to leave your desk and your manager is just someone that hit their quota 3 months in a row not someone who should actually be a manager. Major micromanaging and the worst anxiety you'll have in your entire life. They make you call people over and over again that have begged you not to call back. They have you lie on the phone constantly and pitch "monthly promotions" every single month. They try to make you force people into signing something that is not clearly written and scam the hell out of people. I mainly just hate the lack of transparency and the idea that we want to force people and scam them into buying something. No respect for clients or potential customers. If the product was what you say it is you wouldn't need to jam it down peoples throats. I just really hated that mentality. The customer should always come first and this place only cares that you get a dollar amount out of everyone. Very high stress. Very long hours. Very low base. You can find a better sales job that respects your time and the clients. Don't let them tell you this is the best you can do right out of school because you can definitely do better. This company needs to rethink who they are and figure out how to be respectable and honest.

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5.0
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Cons

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Meltwater Response
1mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear you’ve had a positive experience and appreciate your recommendation. Creating a supportive and enjoyable workplace for our team is very important to us, and it’s great to know that reflected in your experience. We wish you continued success in your career.
2.0
2 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The product is cool and if properly onboarded customers will get value from it. Coworkers are fairly social If you are new to sales would be a good place to learn the basics

Cons

Probably the cheapest company I have ever worked for. Benefits are below standard, they changed the commission plan every year I was there so that you would make less money, and you are expected to share hotel rooms when you travel. Look up Meltwater on Reddit or LinkedIn. They are known for very aggressive sales tactics which you will be forced to implement on your customers. A culture of micromanagement that comes from the top down. Virtually no avenue for promotion unless you are willing to move or get lucky and someone leaves.

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Meltwater Response
2w
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for your contributions during your years at Meltwater. We're pleased to hear that you found value in our product, enjoyed working with your colleagues, and viewed the experience as a strong foundation for developing sales skills. We strive to create opportunities for learning and professional growth, particularly for those early in their careers. We also appreciate your candid feedback regarding benefits, compensation structures, management practices, travel policies, and career progression opportunities. We recognize that employee experiences can vary, and feedback such as yours is important in helping us evaluate how we support our teams and foster a positive workplace environment. As a global organization, we continually review our programs, policies, and development opportunities to remain competitive and to meet the evolving needs of our employees. We are committed to creating an environment where employees feel supported, empowered, and able to grow their careers. Thank you again for sharing your perspective. We wish you success in your future endeavors.
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