Pros
Here is a quick list on the best things about GLG: 1. GLG is a perfect place to equip yourself with knowledge "an inch deep and a mile wide." If you do not know what you want to do professionally, GLG gives opportunities on a daily basis to learn about every industry imaginable. 2. Career progression is relatively easy (compared to other industries) IF you are willing to put in the work. 3. Co-workers are genuinely good people- some of my best friends in the world are from GLG. It makes sense: the company tries to hire hard working people-pleasers, so it's a fun group. 4. You get to talk to leading experts everyday. This is often taken for granted by employees, but it is a cool perk. - Many folks will respond with "yeah but we are just getting their availability" or "we don't actually get any benefits as employees from them," and they would be right: THESE WORLD LEADING EXPERTS AREN'T INCENTIVIZED TO BUILD RELATIONSHIPS WITH RANDOM 24 YEAR OLDS. YOU HAVE TO BE PROACTIVE AND TRY TO BUILD THEM. 5. The office, perks, and compensation are solid for the work you are doing.
Cons
General Commentary on the negative commentary on GLG: - I think most of the folks that are super mad are severely overvaluing themselves. First jobs are oftentimes A GRIND and you shouldn't expect them to be the perfect role. - GLGers talk to experts and super smart clients doing cool things every day and I think this makes them think that they are really important, but honestly it's an entry level job and most of the value is on the client/expert sides of the marketplace. Quick list on the REAL negatives: 1. It is hard to build marketable skills for the NEXT job. The only really valuable experiences in the job market are: Client facing, Account Management (which is becoming harder to do at GLG), Executive Communication, and Networking. 2. The base job gets very repetitive. You need to consistently figure out new ways to keep yourself engaged once you master the core skills. It isn't easy and that is why many people are mad here. 3. Client Service Professionals are REPLACEABLE. - This is the point that really hurts, but it's true. The reason GLGers aren't paid like consultants or analysts is that they don't add enough value. It just isn't that hard of a job and you are compensated fairly because of that. 4. Being constantly on call wears on you. Clients are kinda annoying and responsiveness really matters, but it's not a fun part of the job.