You get what you give - Anonymous employee Experian Employee Review

5.0
Jun 27, 2015
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

- If you get results you will be rewarded with more opportunity. Senior Leadership is generally accessible and if you approach them in the right way can be huge assets in your development. By 'In the right way' I mean approaching them in a respectful way and being prepared for the conversation. Don't expect them to do your job for you. - In general the people are great. As with any company there are a few malcontents who should probably have left a long time ago but the vast majority of staff genuinely want to be there and make a difference. - The company is a leader in its space. Of course more could be done to keep the products up-to-date but there is no denying their market position. - Benefits (Health, PTO, perks like company events) are good and inclusive. - There is potential for international relocation (London, Australia, wider Experian) if you get results and work through the details with your manager.

Cons

- Compensation isn't the highest. The company is transparent about this during the interview process and every review I've ever had. This isn't an issue for me because I more than made up for it with career experience. However, it may be an issue for some people. - Workload can be overwhelming at times, especially when transitioning roles. The company promotes people that get results and as a consequence you are sometimes out of your depth with work. Management is willing and available to help but you will definitely be out of your comfort zone for some time.

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Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad to hear that you’ve felt welcomed and supported, and that work‑life balance has been a positive part of your role at Experian. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and are happy to have you on the team.
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Pros

The fact they had Remote work

Cons

In my experience, management lacked consistency, transparency, and empathy when addressing employee concerns. After dedicating nearly 16 years to the company, I felt my years of service and commitment were not meaningfully considered when employment decisions were made. I received my first disciplinary action in February 2026 related to FMLA reporting requirements. From my perspective, I was placed on a final corrective action without prior coaching or progressive discipline, which I found surprising after many years with the company. A few months later, I was terminated following a security-related incident while working remotely. I felt I was not given a meaningful opportunity to explain the circumstances before the decision was made, leaving me with the impression that the outcome had already been determined. I also experienced frustration when seeking guidance from Human Resources regarding bereavement policies. I did not feel my concerns were fully addressed or that I received clear explanations to help me understand the company’s position. Overall, I left feeling unsupported and believing that HR’s primary role was to protect the organization’s interests rather than advocate for employees. While every workplace must uphold policies and compliance standards, I believe there should also be room for fairness, open communication, and consideration of an employee’s long-standing dedication and overall performance. My experience left me feeling undervalued and, ultimately, discarded after nearly 16 years of loyal service.

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