Great Benefits, Great People to work with. - Anonymous employee Sallie Mae Employee Review

4.0
19 Sept 2011
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Flexibility in time off was very nice. The pay i felt was competetive with other companies. Many opportuntites for advancement. Benefits were great.

Cons

Some managers in departments i felt were not manager material. They seemed to play favorites to their friends by sending the smaller easier projects to them.

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5.0
1 Jul 2026
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Pros

-It supports a very good work-life balance, and the workplace stays calm and composed. -The team is close-knit enough that it feels almost like an extended family.

Cons

-Compensation and increments could be improved. -AI usage and development should accelerate to meet industry demands.

4.0
1 Jul 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Sallie Mae is a company that truly appreciates hard work and recognizes employees for their contributions. They also understand the importance of family and are willing to work with employees when life circumstances require additional support. It is a place where dedication is valued and employees are treated with care and respect.

Cons

While Sallie Mae offers strong recognition programs, benefits, and support for employees and their families, like any organization there are opportunities to continue improving communication, employee feedback channels, and consistency in the employee experience. Overall, the company demonstrates a commitment to listening to employee feedback and making improvements over time.

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