Is Onward Search a good company to work for?

Onward Search has an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5, based on over 161 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months. 73% of employees would recommend working at Onward Search to a friend and 69% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Onward Search have been left by employees working as Business Development Manager , Account Executive and Recruiter .

Does Onward Search pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Onward Search employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Onward Search. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Onward Search?

73% of Onward Search employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Onward Search 4.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.1 for culture and values and 4.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Onward Search?

Recruiter (18) , Business Development Manager (11) , Account Executive (10) , Creative Recruiter (6) , Business Development (4) , Contractor (3) , Vice President (3) , Account Manager (2) , Designer (2) , Director (2) , Executive Recruiter (2) , Senior Creative Recruiter (2)

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

"Some of the people are nice" ((in 10 reviews)); "Great place to work, team environment and management is always looking to support in any way possible" ((in 9 reviews)); "Very inclusive and great leadership!" ((in 9 reviews)); "Good benefit learn new things" ((in 8 reviews)); "The entire leadership team has a strong dedication to the well" ((in 6 reviews))

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

"Training is inconsistent." ((in 6 reviews)); "The opportunity was never what was promised and never is and the hard work to turn a completely mis sold opportunity into something successful does not exist simply because no one in the UK is given the opportunity to make decisions." ((in 3 reviews)); "Pay was lower than expected, but the commission helped supplement it." ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about Onward Search layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Onward Search locations?

New York , Los Angeles , Wilton , Boston , Atlanta , Chicago , San Francisco , Norwalk , San Diego , Stamford , Atlantic Highlands , Hoboken , Charlotte , Dallas , Denver , Easton , New Haven , Seattle , Philadelphia , Annapolis , Baltimore , Needham , Texas City

Onward Search reviews

4.0

73% would recommend to a friend

(131 total reviews)

Ken Clark

87% approve of CEO

69% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.3

Diversity & inclusion

4.2

Compensation and benefits

4.2

Career opportunities

4.1

Culture & values

4.0

Work/Life balance

3.9

Senior management

Onward Search has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 131 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Onward Search employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Human Resources & Staffing industry (3.8 stars).

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Reviews by job title

131 reviews

1.0

Jan 30, 2024

Horrible Company to Work For

Business development manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

100% Remote and team activities

Cons

Typical day of work consists of a ton of pointless meetings that takes you away from your day to day operations of bringing in business. They are super focused on metrics instead of the reality of what's going on in the world. Leadership will tag along on client visits as a way to let a Business Development rep go in order to steal hard earned business. The training was non-existent for the first 3 months of being employed here. Just an overall horrible experience for a company that made so many promises to get you onboard.

Onward Search Response

2y

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are a performance-based company and always strive to deliver our best for our customers and talent. We believe in team selling and our leaders do everything they can do to support the success of those who report to them. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors.

5.0

Jan 18, 2024

Best in the staffing industry

Vice president sales

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great company culture and exceptional leadership team.

Cons

Staffing is not easy, but Onward Search is a great place to grow your career!

Onward Search Response

2y

Hi there and thank you for taking the time to leave us a review on your experience with Onward! We agree – the world of staffing is not easy at times! However, we’re grateful for your hard work and dedication over the past 6+ years with us. We appreciate your positive comments regarding our company culture and leadership team! If you have additional feedback or suggestions on how we can further enhance your career with Onward, please feel free to reach out to hr@onwardsearch.com or drop us a note via All Voices. We value the input of our employees and are always looking for additional ways we can improve!

5.0

Jan 17, 2024

Great Place for Dedicated Employees who want to make an impact:

Vice president

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Being a part of Onward Search has truly been a rewarding experience, especially as I've had the chance to contribute to our success in the marketing and creative and technical staffing space. One aspect that makes Onward Search an outstanding workplace is the supportive and attentive senior management. The leadership team is not only approachable but genuinely invested in the growth and well-being of each team member. Their guidance has been instrumental in fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. Onward Search isn't just a workplace; it's a thriving community of professionals dedicated to excellence in marketing and creative talent. I'm proud to be a part of this team, and I highly recommend Onward Search to anyone looking for a dynamic and rewarding career in our field.

Cons

It's not necessarily a disadvantage; however, Onward Search is at the forefront of technology within the staffing space. As technology is constantly evolving, our internal systems also undergo frequent changes.

Onward Search Response

2y

Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your experience with Onward over the past 4 years! Your positive comments regarding our leadership team are genuinely uplifting and reflect our commitment to fostering a supportive and empowering work environment. We are fortunate to have a dedicated management team that strives to create a culture of collaboration, open communication, and professional development. Thank you once again for being an integral part of our team!

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