Is GSK a good company to work for?

GSK has an overall rating of 3.9 out of 5, based on over 15,897 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months. 74% of employees would recommend working at GSK to a friend and 65% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about GSK have been left by employees working as Internship , Scientific Leader and Intern .

Does GSK pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, GSK employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at GSK. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at GSK?

74% of GSK employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated GSK 3.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.4 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at GSK?

Intern (257) , Director (245) , Manager (216) , Project Manager (184) , Industrial Placement Student (179) , Sales Representative (178) , Senior Scientist (148) , Investigator (145) , Medical Representative (123) , Internship (113) , Estagiário (103) , Scientist (100) , Associate Scientist (98) , Senior Manager (91) , Business Analyst (73)

What are the pros of working at GSK according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefits and share scheme is good" ((in 964 reviews)); "the company has a great culture and that applies to more than just surrounding your work." ((in 838 reviews)); "GSK is well recognized in the industry and you get to work with some really great people." ((in 799 reviews)); "good work life balance and enjoyed my time there" ((in 733 reviews)); "Only a good Salary and site" ((in 387 reviews))

What are the cons of working at GSK according to real employee reviews?

"Bad manager will get all your hard work as his and leave bad stuff to you" ((in 153 reviews)); "Until recently senior leadership refused to listen and partner with employees to increase performance." ((in 141 reviews)); "Slow career progression and advancement." ((in 98 reviews)); "Senior management is horrible and don't care about the field." ((in 83 reviews)); "bad upper management." ((in 71 reviews))

What are employees saying about GSK layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about GSK layoffs and their outlook for job security at GSK in 2026.

What GSK locations have received the highest employee ratings?

Seattle , Guayama , Jersey City , Humacao , York , Richmond , Collegeville , Clifton , Minneapolis , Miami

GSK reviews

3.9

74% would recommend to a friend

(7,023 total reviews)

Luke Miels

84% approve of CEO

65% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.9

Work/Life balance

3.9

Compensation and benefits

3.8

Culture & values

3.4

Career opportunities

3.2

Senior management

GSK has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 7,023 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The GSK employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology industry (3.7 stars).

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7K reviews

2.0

Nov 8, 2009

Overworked in bad economical times

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The benefits are top of the line. The people are friendly. It is a good company, #2 Healthcare.

Cons

Due to downsizing. . . .a lot of work has been placed on individuals. Should be brought to management attentioni that the more work you place on people, the more shortcuts are going to be taken, errors are going to made and accidents will happen.

2.0

Nov 6, 2009

Employees need to be treated with more respect

R&d scientist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Excellent pay. Benefits are outstanding (especially prescription drug coverage). Onsite cafeterias (with decent food). Several Fitness centers onsite. Twenty four hour security. Cutting technology in the labs. Safety is priority one.

Cons

Politics. It seems that folks who do the bulk of the work are never promoted, while the folks who simply compile data into charts move up the ladder. There is a feeling of lack of trust and respect. If a few hours is spent away from work for personal errands/doctor appointments, every minute is expected to be made up. That is fine. However if extra time is spent or if there is unscheduled weekend work (in order to meet deadlines, etc.) there is NO comp time. If you work extra hours, you're working for free.

4.0

Nov 5, 2009

Great place to work depending on your position within the company

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Benefits and pay are outstanding; great co-workers and opportunities for personal development.

Cons

My Director gives lip service to the empowerment initiative. She continues to micromanage everyone in our area and has been doing so for 12 years. Andrew, she does not watch your broadcasts, or go to our SVP town halls. With the simplifcation taking place in IT, employees are at the mercy of those making decisions. In my case, I was moved to a new building, new boss, new group only to find out that I will be "scored" on my performance for this year only. I have been with the company in various departments for almost 19 years and my score will NOT include my performance for the first 18 years.

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