Paylocity reviews

3.1

45% would recommend to a friend

(3,227 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 3,227 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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1.0
Oct 7, 2025
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Pros

Colleagues that want to help.

Cons

EVERYTHING Paylocity brands itself as a modern, forward-thinking company—something akin to a tech-savvy, people-first culture like Google. In reality, my day-to-day experience felt much more rigid, corporate, and heavily metrics-driven. Over time, it became increasingly micromanaged, with an intense focus on analytics and KPIs that often came at the cost of employee well-being. One of the biggest challenges I faced was the lack of consistency in leadership decisions. Strategic shifts were frequent and sometimes sudden, leading to confusion and difficulty in long-term planning. Internal communication between departments and executives could also be disjointed, which impacted team efficiency. The culture appeared to evolve frequently, and not always in ways that aligned with its advertised values. Morale was affected, and there seemed to be growing frustration among employees about shifting priorities and policies. While I can't speak to legal matters or internal investigations, I am aware of public discussions online from former employees and clients who have shared their concerns. Some of these have gained attention on platforms like Reddit and TikTok. These posts highlight a growing desire for accountability and transparency, especially from those who may not have the same financial security to stay silent. That said, I did work with some talented and supportive peers, and there are individuals at Paylocity who genuinely care about doing the right thing. However, in my experience, the environment didn't support long-term growth or employee wellness in the way I had hoped. I encourage anyone considering a role here to research carefully, ask detailed questions during interviews, and assess whether the company’s current culture aligns with your personal values and working style.

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Paylocity Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re truly sorry to hear that your Paylocity experience is not meeting your expectations. We appreciate the honesty and thoughtfulness in your feedback. We aim to create a culture where every employee feels empowered, supported, and heard, and we recognize that this is an ongoing effort. Your comments around leadership consistency, communication challenges, and the pressure from metrics are taken seriously. We also hear your concerns about how our evolving culture has been perceived. As Paylocity grows, we’re committed to preserving the values that brought people here in the first place, while also listening closely to feedback from employees at all levels. We’re grateful you acknowledged the peers and colleagues who made a positive impact on your journey. Those relationships reflect the passion and integrity of many individuals across the organization. Again, thank you for your thoughtful feedback.
1.0
Oct 6, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Leadership is a small circle of friends who look out for themselves

Cons

Pay is way below market value. Too many sales verticals and territories are being split way too much to be successful long term

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