Misrepresentation of Role - Anonymous employee Meltwater Employee Review

1.0
Jun 8, 2017
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

The only pro would have to be is that they hire young so people are friendly.

Cons

A lot of the reviews mention that they felt like they were lied to in the interview process and I completely agree with that statement. They pitch it as being a different type of sales job that you won't be on the phone as much and it will be a fun environment where you make tons of money. They sell you the dream that it is fast track to becoming a manager. Which is all al lie. When essentially a manager is just a sales rep managing people , still have to be on the phone and doing demos and have their own quotas to hit. You spend your entire day cold calling people while being micro managed from your MD putting tons of pressure on you. There is no work life balance because they expect you to always be there ready to go. When it is closing week they expect you to come in an hour early and stay late without getting paid overtime. It is frowned upon when you actually leave when you are supposed to. When you are home you are expected to prospect your own leads because during the day you are supposed to be on the phones.

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Cons

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Meltwater Response
1mo
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
2w
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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