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
Feb 17, 2026

Former 15 Year Veteran

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Pros

After 14 years of proven remote performance, the shift to a mandatory in-office schedule led me to move on. I’ve since secured a role on a superior Enterprise system and compensation well beyond what Paylocity could provide.

Cons

Don’t be misled by reviews promoting remote work. Unless you were previously grandfathered in or are in one of the few remote-eligible roles (such as sales), the expectation is to be in the office 40 hours per week. Attendance is monitored through Teams activity and badge swipes to confirm physical presence — even if you have no direct reports or team members working onsite. On-site perks are often highlighted, but the reality was underwhelming. Breakfast typically consisted of pastries and donuts from a local grocery store. Healthier options such as Greek yogurt and fruit were gradually reduced over time. After 15 years with the company — including 14 years of successful remote performance — I was required to return to the office despite having no direct reports onsite. In effect, I was performing remote work from an office. As a single mother, the 2+ hour daily commute created significant strain. Over time, I began experiencing stress-related physical symptoms, including anxiety and other health concerns. My ADA accommodation requests were not supported. I was explicitly warned that continuing to pursue accommodations could jeopardize my employment, and those warnings were ultimately acted upon. Employees who raised safety or medical concerns were escorted out rather than engaged in a constructive dialogue. All management within my department left within six months of the return-to-office announcement, which speaks volumes about the impact of that decision on leadership stability. For a company that is self-funded for medical benefits, I expected employee physical and mental health to be treated with greater seriousness. Prospective employees should carefully evaluate whether the culture and policies align with their needs.

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Paylocity Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience after many years with Paylocity. We understand that changes to our in‑office policy have been challenging for some employees, and we value your perspective. This decision was made thoughtfully, recognizing that in‑person collaboration plays a critical role in strengthening team connections, improving client experiences, and supporting career development. We remain focused on supporting our teams throughout this transition and ensuring employees have ongoing opportunities to share their experiences. Your comments regarding accommodations reflect an especially important area. It's essential that employees feel supported in bringing forward accommodation needs and that processes are handled with care, consistency, and in alignment with established guidelines. We encourage all employees to partner closely with their People Relations Partner for assistance and clarity when navigating these requests so they can receive the support available to them. We appreciate the many years you invested in Paylocity and the insights you've shared, and we wish you the best in your career journey.
1.0
Oct 15, 2025

New management and leadership is a dumpster fire

Anonymous employee
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Pros

fair amount of pto and sick time available

Cons

The new management is a nightmare. They have no clue how the systems work and live in fairytale land. Their expectations and changes are complete garage and have set everyone up to fail. They fire anyone that has a voice or speaks up.

2.0
Oct 4, 2025

Going downhill

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Pros

Large software company Opportunity to learn all lot

Cons

It was a wonderful place to work years ago but this year things have taken a nose dive. Comp and RSUs cut. Few people are being promoted. Obsession with metrics. Tactics that appear to be mean to drive attrition: No more flex day, RTO for some employees, Reviews are harsher. They're trying to cut cost buy hiring new engineers from Mexico for perhaps 20-30% of the price of a US citizen.

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