Does Goldman Sachs pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Goldman Sachs employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Goldman Sachs. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Goldman Sachs?

66% of Goldman Sachs employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Goldman Sachs 2.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Goldman Sachs?

Analyst (3021) , Associate (2211) , Vice President (1631) , Summer Analyst (721) , Senior Analyst (534) , Investment Banking Analyst (518) , Software Engineer (514) , Financial Analyst (431) , Operations Analyst (380) , Intern (303) , Business Analyst (229) , Executive Director (206) , Senior Associate (183) , Technology Analyst (181) , Vice President - Technology (141)

What are the pros of working at Goldman Sachs according to real employee reviews?

"The people are smart and getting funding for projects is a lot easier here than other places I've worked" ((in 2487 reviews)); "Culture is great; everyone is on top of their game and helpful at the same time" ((in 1588 reviews)); "Good pay and bonus for full time employee Free transport Canteen was free until March February 2023" ((in 1145 reviews)); "The Benefits are good and is easy to navigate the firm and connect with people from any levels" ((in 813 reviews)); "Ambitious and smart colleagues" ((in 580 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Goldman Sachs according to real employee reviews?

"2) Work Life Balance ( Practically no work life balance some times work is about 12" ((in 1868 reviews)); "Long hours; can at times be stressful due to workload and expectations on short timelines" ((in 1796 reviews)); "Late working hours during winters" ((in 826 reviews)); "Politics is generally expected but is heavy at times leading to overall poor management and development." ((in 356 reviews)); "Very bad manager." ((in 289 reviews))

What are employees saying about Goldman Sachs layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Goldman Sachs locations?

Ciudad de México , Saltillo , Monterrey , Oaxaca

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Goldman Sachs reviews

3.7

66% would recommend to a friend

(19,438 total reviews)

David M. Solomon

64% approve of CEO

66% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.9

Diversity & inclusion

3.9

Career opportunities

3.6

Compensation and benefits

3.5

Culture & values

3.3

Senior management

2.9

Work/Life balance

Goldman Sachs has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 19,438 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Goldman Sachs employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Finanzas industry (3.7 stars).

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Reviews by job title

19K reviews

1.0

Jan 31, 2017

WORST THAN NORTH KOREA

Executive assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Occasionally, the vending machine snacks are not past their expiration date. The San Francisco offices have fantastic views despite being a firm with a prison culture.

Cons

If you are a minority be expected to be treated like the help. Very much a "white man's boy club," management doesn't foster entrepreneurialism and vetoes any refreshing practices, the highest degree of politics and sycophancy is to be expected. Analysts/Associates are underpaid given the long hours worked.

1.0

Oct 28, 2016

Good Opportunity for entry level but leave as soon as you get licensed

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Putting Goldman on your resume. This is literally the only benefit you will get from this company.

Cons

There is more pressure than you can believe. Pressure to not take vacation. Pressure to get all the work done and not work overtime. Some employees will work overtime and not clock it all because it is so frowned upon. Leadership is terrible in creating opportunities for motivated candidates. They suppress those that are willing to lead. They re-branded the company trying to establish they have changed but this is certainly not the case. The selection process for advancement is for those willing to never say a word or give input. If you do not speak then you will be promoted. Pay is well below the value you will add and the uncertainty for the job makes it just that much worse.

1.0

Oct 19, 2016

Think long and hard before taking a job here!

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Quick promotion possible relative to other banks if you butter the right people up and don't go against the status quo

Cons

Long hours and no encouragement from senior management to have any reasonable work/life balance. Depending on your year of joining the firm you could do very poorly in terms of compensation, particularly per hour. Internal mobility was very difficult and not supported by management.

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