Is J.S. Held a good company to work for?

J.S. Held has an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5, based on over 275 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months. 79% of employees would recommend working at J.S. Held to a friend and 70% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about J.S. Held have been left by employees working as Director , Senior Consultant and Consultant .

Does J.S. Held pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, J.S. Held employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at J.S. Held. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at J.S. Held?

79% of J.S. Held employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated J.S. Held 4.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at J.S. Held?

Consultant (23) , Senior Consultant (18) , Director (14) , Vice President (10) , Building Consultant (9) , Forensic Engineer (8) , Analyst (7) , Associate (7) , Senior Vice President (6) , Associate Director (5) , Intern (4) , Office Coordinator (4) , Assistant Vice President (3) , Environmental Scientist (3) , Manager (3)

What are the pros of working at J.S. Held according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits are decent and remote accessibility is convenient" ((in 17 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 14 reviews)); "Great culture and a team environment." ((in 14 reviews)); "Good salary." ((in 12 reviews)); "Team was great." ((in 10 reviews))

What are employees saying about J.S. Held layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed J.S. Held locations?

New York , Houston , Denver , Jericho , Chicago , Dallas , Los Angeles , Anaheim , Miami , Alpharetta , Raleigh , Austin , Cincinnati , Tampa , Atlanta , Elizabeth , Jersey City , Summit , Kaysville , Palatine , Kansas City , Saint Louis , Hicksville , Phoenix , Las Cruces , Washington , Charlotte , College Station , Nashville , Indianapolis

J.S. Held reviews

4.0

79% would recommend to a friend

(247 total reviews)

Lee Spirer

89% approve of CEO

70% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.2

Compensation and benefits

4.0

Work/Life balance

3.9

Diversity & inclusion

3.9

Career opportunities

3.8

Culture & values

3.8

Senior management

J.S. Held has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 247 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The J.S. Held 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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Reviews by job title

247 reviews

2.0

Feb 20, 2020

Fast growing with lack of professional management

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

salary and benefits are ok

Cons

Poor management skills, need to work much harder than should. They seem to forget their employees have families and they are #1 priority. It used to be a good company that appreciated their employees but since an investment company came in all they see you as are dollar bills

J.S. Held Response

6y

Thank you for your feedback and your hard work while employed with J.S. Held. As we continue to grow, we stay focused on our management and remain true to our core values to value our people and service. We acknowledge your concerns and we are actively working very hard to continue to maintain our deep commitment to our employees and our clients during this exciting time for J.S. Held’s growth.

1.0

Jun 19, 2025

Do Not Work Here

Analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Hybrid work, decent benefits, and a steady supply of ultra-processed office snacks.

Cons

The company has done nothing but buy businesses that make no sense to their core business model, and then 15 months later, conduct a huge round of layoffs. No clear goals, no support, and zero accountability from leadership. Morale is low, communication is poor, and employees are left in the dark about strategy or direction.

J.S. Held Response

1y

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We understand that periods of change, especially those involving acquisitions or organizational shifts, can be challenging and may lead to uncertainty. While we recognize that not every decision will resonate with everyone, our goal has always been to grow thoughtfully and position the company for long-term success. We appreciate your perspective and are taking it seriously as we continue to evolve and improve.

1.0

Jul 10, 2024

DO NOT WORK at the Anaheim Office

Senior consultant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Work from home option is great

Cons

Managers do not care,they just want you to get the job done to make them look good, managers will throw you under the bus even if it was a manager's error. This branch do not train employees on campany processes. So be aware and becareful about applying here.

J.S. Held Response

1y

As best practice, team members are encouraged to keep lines of communication open both with managers and their human resources representative to share concerns and ask for assistance. In addition, team members have access to support: Our intranet features comprehensive company policies and key contacts for human services experts to assist with difficult conversations. We strive to provide a positive culture and work environment for all of team members where communication is key, and so thank you for your feedback.

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