Question 1

Does Politico pay their employees well?

Accepted Answer

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Politico employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Politico. This rating has decreased by 21% over the last 12 months.

Question 2

How satisfied are employees working at Politico?

Accepted Answer

17% of Politico employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews. Employees also rated Politico 2.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.0 for culture and values and 1.9 for career opportunities.

Question 3

What are the top reviewed jobs at Politico?

Accepted Answer

Business Development Associate (24), Reporter (18), Account Manager (17), Account Management Associate (11), Director (11), Business Development Associate (BDA) (9), Account Executive (8), Manager (8), Associate (4), Journalist/Reporter (4), News Reporter (4), Web Producer (4), Business Development (3), Editor (3), Editorial Intern (3)

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

"people and the snacks were great" ((in 22 reviews)); "Benefits were good, PTO and health insurance." ((in 14 reviews)); "Your coworkers will become great friends out of the office and  make coming to work more bearable as you are all in it together." ((in 9 reviews)); "You have access to great sources and even the office" ((in 7 reviews)); "Good work and work/life balance. ." ((in 6 reviews))

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

"Bad management" ((in 30 reviews)); "Poor leadership that encourages unprofessional behavior is rampant and goes all the way up to the department head." ((in 23 reviews)); "pay is low for many positions, especially compared to other national and some regional outlets" ((in 18 reviews)); "It is customary for managers to be cruel, micromanaging, and to place blame on their subordinates." ((in 16 reviews)); "If the salary had been competitive, this would have been slightly acceptable, but the salary at an entry level is despicably low." ((in 11 reviews))

Question 6

What are employees saying about Politico redundancies in 2026?

Accepted Answer

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

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Supportive environment with good pay and resources

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I don't recommend it

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