Horrible Company - Support Engineer Meltwater Employee Review

1.0
Jan 20, 2026
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Pros

I got paid but not a lot

Cons

During my year at Meltwater in 2012, I found the work environment to be consistently misaligned with professional standards of respect and work-life balance. The company culture felt highly demanding and often prioritized performance metrics over employee well-being, which created a stressful atmosphere that was difficult to sustain. While I was expected to deliver at a high level, the support and structure needed to do so effectively were frequently lacking, and it became clear that the organization’s priorities did not include maintaining a healthy, respectful workplace. One example that stood out was an offsite in Cancun where, despite being at a resort, the expectation was that employees work throughout the day rather than having any structured time to rest or recharge. It felt less like a company retreat and more like an extension of the regular workday, which undermined morale and reinforced a culture of constant availability. The experience left me feeling overworked and undervalued, and it shaped my view that the company did not genuinely prioritize employee well-being.

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Meltwater Response
4mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re genuinely sorry to hear that your time at Meltwater in 2012 did not reflect the level of respect, support, and balance that we strive to provide. We recognize that expectations around performance, work-life balance, and employee wellbeing have evolved significantly over the years. Since that time, Meltwater has made meaningful changes to how we support our people - including clearer structures, stronger leadership accountability, and a greater focus on wellbeing, inclusion, and sustainable performance. Feedback like this is important to us, even when it reflects experiences from earlier stages of our company’s growth. We remain committed to learning from the past and continuously improving the employee experience, so that our culture today better aligns with the values we hold ourselves to. We appreciate you sharing your perspective and wish you the very best in your continued career.

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5.0
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Cons

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Meltwater Response
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Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear you’ve had a positive experience and appreciate your recommendation. Creating a supportive and enjoyable workplace for our team is very important to us, and it’s great to know that reflected in your experience. We wish you continued success in your career.
2.0
Jun 2, 2026
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Pros

The product is cool and if properly onboarded customers will get value from it. Coworkers are fairly social If you are new to sales would be a good place to learn the basics

Cons

Probably the cheapest company I have ever worked for. Benefits are below standard, they changed the commission plan every year I was there so that you would make less money, and you are expected to share hotel rooms when you travel. Look up Meltwater on Reddit or LinkedIn. They are known for very aggressive sales tactics which you will be forced to implement on your customers. A culture of micromanagement that comes from the top down. Virtually no avenue for promotion unless you are willing to move or get lucky and someone leaves.

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Meltwater Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for your contributions during your years at Meltwater. We're pleased to hear that you found value in our product, enjoyed working with your colleagues, and viewed the experience as a strong foundation for developing sales skills. We strive to create opportunities for learning and professional growth, particularly for those early in their careers. We also appreciate your candid feedback regarding benefits, compensation structures, management practices, travel policies, and career progression opportunities. We recognize that employee experiences can vary, and feedback such as yours is important in helping us evaluate how we support our teams and foster a positive workplace environment. As a global organization, we continually review our programs, policies, and development opportunities to remain competitive and to meet the evolving needs of our employees. We are committed to creating an environment where employees feel supported, empowered, and able to grow their careers. Thank you again for sharing your perspective. We wish you success in your future endeavors.
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