Emerald reviews

3.6

70% would recommend to a friend

(213 total reviews)
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Hervé Sedky

70% approve of CEO

72% positive business outlook

Emerald has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 213 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Emerald employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Media & Communication industry (3.7 stars).

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213 reviews
4.0
Jan 5, 2026

Demanding Culture That Rewards Resilience

Anonymous employee
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Pros

The organization is clearly focused on growth and performance, which provides exposure to challenging work and high expectations. Employees gain experience operating in a fast-moving environment and are often given responsibility quickly. For those looking to test their limits or build experience under pressure, there are opportunities to develop grit and adaptability.

Cons

The pace and pressure can be intense and may not be sustainable for everyone. Expectations are high, and work-life balance can suffer during peak periods. Processes are still evolving, which can lead to ambiguity and last-minute changes. Employees who prefer structure, predictability, or a slower ramp-up may find the environment challenging at management levels in the organization.

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Emerald Response
2mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We appreciate your recognition of the growth opportunities and responsibility that come with working in a fast‑paced, performance‑focused environment. We also acknowledge the challenges related to pace, evolving processes, and balance, and we remain focused on improving clarity and support as we continue to grow.
5.0
Dec 2, 2025

A place where you can grow, contribute, and be supported

Anonymous employee
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Pros

I’ve been at Emerald for over a year, and it’s been a really positive experience. The people are collaborative, senior leaders are involved and approachable, and I’ve been able to get exposure to a lot of different parts of the business. It’s definitely fast-paced, but there are plenty of opportunities to learn, grow, and take on new challenges. One thing I really appreciate is that speaking up is encouraged—ideas are taken seriously no matter your level. You can feel the effort the company is putting into strengthening the culture and keeping people top of mind. Overall, it’s a great place to build your career and be part of a team that’s always evolving.

Cons

It’s a fast-paced environment, which makes the work exciting and varied. If you enjoy taking on responsibility, stretching yourself, and staying challenged, you’ll thrive here. You work hard, but it comes with meaningful opportunities to grow and make an impact. Management is also very focused on strengthening the culture, and it’s been encouraging to see the continued effort and progress. There’s more to build on, but the commitment is real and the direction is positive.

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Emerald Response
2mo
We’re so glad to hear you’ve had such a positive first year at Emerald and that you’ve found the teams collaborative, leadership accessible, and the pace both challenging and rewarding! We truly appreciate your recognition of our culture and the value placed on listening to ideas at every level. Building an environment where people can learn, grow, and make an impact remains a priority, and feedback like yours reinforces that progress.
1.0
Jul 17, 2025

I'm tired boss

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Pros

Maybe the employees will organize

Cons

I'm tried of smiling and pretending like everything is ok

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Emerald Response
10mo
We value all feedback, though it’s difficult for us to fully understand your experience as the review doesn’t provide much context. Our People & Culture team is a small, collaborative department, and based on your comments, it’s not clear if you were part of this team. If you’d like to share more about your role and experience at Emerald, we’d be happy to provide a more meaningful response and take your feedback into consideration.
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