Paylocity reviews

3.1

45% would recommend to a friend

(3,236 total reviews)
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Toby Williams

47% approve of CEO

40% positive business outlook

Paylocity has an employee rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 3,236 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Paylocity employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.7 stars).

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3K reviews
4.0
Mar 21, 2025
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Pros

Collaborative and inclusive culture that values innovation and continuous improvement, Strong work-life balance with flexibility and support from leadership, Leadership encourages autonomy and welcomes new ideas Lots of opportunity to make an impact, especially in transformation and growth areas. Solid benefits and employee-focused perks.

Cons

As a fast-growing company, priorities can shift quickly, requiring strong adaptability. Some processes and systems are still maturing or evolving Cross-functional communication can occasionally be inconsistent, especially in highly matrixed initiatives.

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Paylocity Response
1y
Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s great to hear that Paylocity’s collaborative culture, flexibility, and leadership support have made a positive impact. We’re committed to fostering innovation and ensuring employees feel empowered to make a difference. We appreciate your feedback on communication and process improvements. As we grow, staying agile while maintaining clarity and transparency remains a priority. Investing in tools, structure, and employee development will continue to be key focus areas. We're excited about the future and are grateful for employees like you who help shape it!
2.0
Mar 19, 2025
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Pros

The pros are working with some great employees and teammates, that’s about it.

Cons

No yearly performance bonuses or incentives for working overtime. Below market pay compared to every other Payroll/HCM company out there. Their comments about evaluating pay or any cost of living increase is ignored behind closed doors. A lot of Team Leads have no business helping manage a team as they negligently provide incorrect steps/answers when you need help. Lots of brown-nosing at Paylocity, almost like a pathetic high school environment. Working hard doesn’t always equal promoting the right employees. They are not accommodating with make up time or treating you like a proper human being when personal issues arise. Benefits are expensive if you have a family, not affordable for what you make in pay. Leadership blames the high turnover rate due to “bad employees” but that’s simply not true. It’s the low pay, workload of simultaneous calls and emails nonstop throughout the day that burns Account Managers out forcing them to quit, leave or worse be fired. This workload will break your mental health, don’t wear your 45+ hours a week as badge of honor, burnout is not admirable. Very detached leadership that doesn’t even know existing policies or procedure changes months after the fact. The praise of company culture at Paylocity is the definition of drinking the Koolaid, trying to make things seem better than they actually are.

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Paylocity Response
1y
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It’s clear that you care about your work and the people you worked alongside, and we hear your frustrations. We know that fair compensation, growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment are key to creating a place where employees can thrive. Conversations about pay and workload are important, and feedback like yours highlights areas where we can improve. We understand that a heavy workload can take a toll and that balance and well-being matter. It’s important that employees feel supported in managing their workload in a sustainable way. Leadership plays a critical role in shaping culture, and accountability at all levels is necessary. We want to build an environment where employees feel heard, empowered, and set up for success. Your perspective matters, and we appreciate your honesty. We remain committed to making Paylocity a place where all can thrive and grow in their careers.
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