Looking to get a new start career-wise in 2017? Then worry no more, as some of the best companies are hiring, and their employees have disclosed the reasons as to why they became the top 5 places to work for next year.
According to Refinery 29, the Employees’ Choice Awards uses Glassdoor’s anonymous rating system to decide on which are the best place to get employed. Current and past employees take to the site to grade their company on its benefits, work-life balance, as well as culture and values. As Glassdoor is the United States’ second largest job website, the data collected is legitimate, and moreover, job seekers can even use the site to find out what one’s salary should be in a given field.
Here are the top 5 places to work for in 2017, according to Glassdoor reviews.
1. Bain & Company
The global management consulting firm takes the top spot as it offers various benefit plans, including medical, dental, disability, life insurance, 401K, vacation, and employee well-being, among others. Several commenters agreed that the company has the best health insurance coverage, and new parents at Bain are eligible for 8 weeks of parental leave. The firm is looking for an Executive Assistant, Campus Recruiting Manager, and a Training Coordinator, among others.
2. Facebook
Working for the social media networking site means that one gets a lot of great perks, such as free meals three times a day, and free snacks. The company also gives 16 weeks of paternity leave and cash benefits, among others. Facebook is currently looking for Software Engineers, Product Researchers, Managers, and more.
3. Boston Consulting Group
The company gets points for great health and dental plans, and many commenters have given the company five stars at Glassdoor. BCG is currently looking for a Lead Knowledge Analyst, an Executive Assistant, a Talent Sourcer, and more.
4. Google
Those who work at one of the most recognizable brands in the world get multiple benefits such as paid family leave, 401K and other retirement plans, free meals, insurance selection and coverage, among others. Moreover, they get amazing perks such as onsite massages, on-site car wash, gym, onsite daycare, and many more. Google is currently looking for a Finance Manager, a Self-Driving Vehicle Operator, and Research Scientists, among others.
5. World Wide Technology
The company, whose headquarters is situated in Missouri, is said to have a very affordable health insurance plan, a great 401K plan, and paid maternity and paternity leave. WWT has 215 jobs waiting to be filled, with positions open for an Account Executive, Senior Project Manager, and Data Analyst.
For those who are looking to get employed next year, check out Jobs & Hire’s report about the top 5 jobs to apply for in 2017.
