Best choice among PR agencies - Senior Vice President Edelman Employee Review

4.0
11 Jan 2012
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Independent, family-run company Opportunity to do what you want and chart your own course Flexibility around time off for family and health issues Loyalty to long-time employees Marquee clients and very smart employees

Cons

Persistent compensation issue at all levels that is detrimental to existing and future staff Internal politics that make it difficult to achieve client goals at times Retention of problem employees despite volumes of evidence, perhaps a consequence of above-referenced loyalty

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Cons

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4.0
10 Jun 2026
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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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