AlixPartners reviews

3.4

53% would recommend to a friend

(805 total reviews)
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David Garfield, Simon Freakley and Rob Hornby

90% approve of CEO

67% positive business outlook

AlixPartners has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 805 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The AlixPartners employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Management & Consulting industry (3.7 stars).

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805 reviews
1.0
Aug 27, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

I really loved this company from the start from onboarding and the like Competitive base salary/decent bonus structure especially if you're in the preferred circles. Comprehensive benefits package: the basics are covered. Generous PTO policy on paper though actually taking it can be a challenge depending on your case load and leadership's mood. Strategic work in high-stakes situations. You’ll see real business challenges just don’t expect the same level of transparency internally.

Cons

Despite the shiny marketing and constant talk of being a meritocracy, the structure is deeply hierarchical. Promotions are sluggish and unevenly distributed. For such a small group, the culture feels cold and fragmented. Mid-level leaders are kept in a holding pattern with little ability to shape projects or drive initiatives. If you’re not part of the trusted few, expect to be heavily managed, second-guessed, and underutilized. Also a striking disconnect between what’s preached in internal communications and what’s practiced.

1.0
Aug 28, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Co-CEOs are both strong and some people are smart, professional, and nice to work with. Some projects are really interesting and give good learning.

Cons

But the company is evolving maybe too quick. Now there is too much focus on politics and looking inclusive, and less on real performance. Staffing feel sometimes not fair, not always the best person get the role. Culture is not same like before, and for some people this new direction maybe not feel right.

1.0
Aug 12, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Frankly, my presence here is probably one of the company’s greatest assets, but I’ll give credit where it’s due. Alixparnters is respected across the industry, which naturally complements my own professional reputation. I get front-row access to high-profile clients, which is perfect since I’m more than capable of handling that level of interaction.

Cons

For someone of my caliber, the compensation and benefits are laughably behind the market. Too many senior “fixtures” remain in place, contributing little of substance while clinging to their positions and dodging accountability. The org chart is top-heavy, which means there’s no room for someone like me to advance at the pace I deserve. There’s no structured training, though in fairness, I’m self-sufficient enough not to need it. Evaluations often feel based on favoritism rather than actual output, which puts high performers like me at a disadvantage when the politics don’t align.

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