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Gartner is one of the most trusted and prestigious research and advisory firms in the world. Gartner’s research doesn’t just analyze trends in the industry—it sets those trends—and Gartner employees believe that the world’s most comprehensive collection of technology, data, and tools is what drives their learning and development as professionals. Thriving on the frontlines of innovation, Gartner is a place for the tech savvy and the business oriented.
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Vault Verdict
The brand recognition that Gartner carries is enough to entice the analytical and technically-minded talent that consider this company to be on par with any of the Big 4. The internationally-trusted brain trust that forms Gartner’s extensive body of knowledge makes this company an enriching and challenging experience. Hours can be demanding, and even in Europe, travel requirements are hard for some. But insiders generally agree that leadership’s willingness to accommodate, coupled with the sheer prestige of working at this company, makes the demands worthwhile.
Exit opportunities can be slim for those seeking opportunities outside of the IT space. However, if you’ve found your niche in this industry, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better...
About the Company
Gartner, Inc. was founded as an information technology research and advisory company. Over four decades, the company has grown to become one of the most renowned research and advisory companies in the world. Gartner is a member of the S&P 500 and generates more than $4 billion annually. With more than 15,000 associates in 100 countries, Gartner’s clients account for 73% of the Global 500.
The company works with clients to research, analyze, and interpret the business of information technology priorities within the context of their individual roles. As a result of their acquisition of CEB, Gartner expanded its research coverage to include all the major enterprise functions including human resources, legal, marketing and communications, supply chain, sales, and finance. The company positions CIOs and IT leaders for succe...
Employee Reviews
- “Great brand with direct access to the best technology research around. Strategic projects with some of the biggest global brands. Great people. Good work life balance (for a consulting business).
- “Great opportunity to work with clients on really interesting and challenging business problems.”
- “Consider Gartner if you like IT strategy work, and appreciate working in smaller teams, with travel an absolute must, even in Europe.”
- “Amazing opportunity to work with valuable people and valuable topics.”
- “Best place to develop yourself in everything related to Information & Technology strategy.”
- “Highly professional firm where you'll be able to work with very talented people with good career opportunities.”
Getting Hired Here
- “Interview and callback process is very smooth with a clearly identified leading recruiter and coordinator for each candidate/opportunity. We are looking for profiles with IT strategy consulting experience, from Big 4 (Deloitte, KPMG, EY, PwC) + SIs with consulting operations (Accenture, IBM...) as well as technology practices of strategy consulting firms (McK, BCG, Bain...)”
- “Seeking best of breed D&A consultants and this is difficult within a highly competitive market.”
- “Brainpower over horsepower. MBA-level consultants are given the opportunity to challenge the norm against highly experienced teammates and are also empowered to lead critical conversations with clients. ‘Burnout’ is uncommon because client project activities are strategically delegated among team members to maximize productivity and ensure quality.”
- “Ideal candidate has broad experience in IT and is focused on one topic and/or industry.”
- “Good interview process - very senior colleagues take time for interviewing.”
- “Process is very good and the recruitment team works very well with the stakeholders to manage the entire process.”