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New York City-based Nielsen Holdings is a global information, data and measurement company for the media, advertising, retail and fast-moving consumer goods industries. The company operates two divisions; Nielsen Global Media provides metrics for media and advertising clients, while Nielsen Global Connect aids manufacturers and retailers with accurate brand information. Nielsen has operations in over 100 countries, with more than 40,000 employees, and is ranked one of Fortune's 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials. Nielsen focuses on a healthy work and life balance for all its associates, and provides retirement savings program, flexible hours, virtual work options, health and wellness options, and time off programs to support your personal needs.

Subsidiary
$5B to $10B
Large
Multiple locations
Consumer Research Firms
1923
Mitch Barns

Departments

What departments Nielsen employees work at?
DepartmentsRatio
other occupation34.8%
Management - Other12.1%
Customer Service9.6%
Computer / IT - Other6.3%
Sales Managers & Supervisors6.2%
Financial Analysts and Advisors5.8%
Marketing / Advertising / PR5.3%

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Professional experience

Professional Growth

How many years of experience do Nielsen employees have before joining?
Years of experience at Nielsen: Newcomers: 31%, Experiencers: 19%, Experts: 19%, Veterans: 31%. Nielsen employees have 8+ years experience on average before joining.

Professional Growth

Where did Nielsen employees work before joining?
Where they've worked before Nielsen: Affinnova, BASES, Citi. Typical Nielsen employees have worked at Affinnova.
Affinnova
BASES
Citi

Professional Growth

What industries did Nielsen employees work in previously?
Industry Background: The most typical industries of Nielsen: Consulting Companies, Computer Systems Design Companies, Colleges / Universities, Advertising / PR Agencies, Consumer Research Firms. Nielsen employees most likely come from a Consulting Companies industry background.

Professional Growth

Where did Nielsen employees work before joining?
Past employers' size at Nielsen: Small: 33%, Medium: 11%, Large: 56%. Most Nielsen employees have previously worked at large companies.

Educational background

Educational background

What did employees at Nielsen study?

Top educational institutions

Where did employees at Nielsen study?
Miami University-Hamilton
Northwestern University

Employee data

Professional Growth

How long do people stay in a role at Nielsen?
Time employed at Nielsen: <1: 11%, 1-3: 30%, 4-8: 33%, 9-13: 12%, 14-20: 9%, 20+: 5%. Most Nielsen employees stay with the company for 4-8 years which is the same as the industry average.

Culture & Values

How does Nielsen rank for age & gender diversity?
Gender ratio at Nielsen: 57.9% Male and 42.1% Female. Age ratio at Nielsen: 16-20: 0%, 21-30: 44%, 31-40: 31%, 41-50: 17%, 51-60: 7%, 60+: 1%. Nielsen rates - 5.1% more female than the industry average. Most Nielsen employees are 21-30, which is below the industry median age range.

Career advancement

Professional Growth

How does Nielsen rank for career advancement?
Career advancement at Nielsen: very high. Nielsen ranks very high for career advancement which is above the industry average.

Professional Growth

What companies do Nielsen employees go on to work at?
Future employers of Nielsen: Claritas, Deloitte, Google, IRI, PepsiCo. People who work at Nielsen most typically go on to work for the Claritas.
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Deloitte
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IRI
PepsiCo

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Field Sales Representative
Denver, CO
about $50K / yr.
At Nielsen, we believe that career growth is a partnership. You ultimately own, fuel and set the journey. By joining our team of nearly 14,000 associates, you will become part of a community that will help you to succeed. We champion you because when you...
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Bilingual Spanish Field Sales Representative
Santa Maria, CA
about $50K / yr.
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Audio Bilingual Field Sales Representative
Fort Lauderdale, FL
about $44K / yr.
At Nielsen, we believe that career growth is a partnership. You ultimately own, fuel and set the journey. By joining our team of nearly 14,000 associates, you will become part of a community that will help you to succeed. We champion you because when you...
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Director, Measurement Standards and Compliance
Tampa, FL
$160K-$205K / yr.
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Director, Sales & Business Development
New York, NY
$115K-$175K / yr.
At NCS, we help consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands, publishers and retailers improve advertising effectiveness across almost every platform, channel and device - delivering solutions to their biggest challenges.NCS is looking for a Director of Sales...
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Bilingual Spanish Field Sales Representative (Miami)
Miami, FL
about $44K / yr.
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Senior Analyst, Sports Consulting and Research (01355)
New York, NY
$77K-$155K / yr.
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Field Service Technician
Kansas City, KS
about $42K / yr.
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Senior Software Developer (01365)
Oldsmar, FL
$84K-$102K / yr. (est.)
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Sr. Data Analyst
Oldsmar, FL - May 30, 2023
Great place to work.
4.4
Ratings
4
Professional growth
5
Salary & Benefits
4
Work-Life balance
4
Recognition & Support
5
Culture and Values
Wonderful company, great people, and good benefits. Nielsens's commitment to its people puts the company in a wonderful position to influence change. And the people that work for Nielsen are the best.
Pros and Cons
Worked from home, Mangers and Team Leads were understanding, and respectful
None that I can think of!
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Corporate Account Manager
July 7, 2022
Educational
2.8
Ratings
3
Professional growth
3
Salary & Benefits
3
Work-Life balance
2
Recognition & Support
3
Culture and Values
I learned valuable marketing and customer service information during my time at Nielsen. Nielsen employed all walks of life and had to learn to adjust to various personalities each and every day. Loved the relationships I developed between the client and Nielsen. My presentation skills was what i was most complemented on.
Pros and Cons
Balance of Office and Field work
Poor Cummunication
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Senior software engineer.
Northbrook, IL - March 6, 2022
Great place to work with a Team philosophy
4.0
Ratings
4
Professional growth
4
Salary & Benefits
3
Work-Life balance
4
Recognition & Support
5
Culture and Values
Moved to Allentown, Pa. Working for a shared service unit. Most wonderful work experience in my working life.
Pros and Cons
Subsidized lunch, gymn team environment
No cons really.
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Auditor
February 21, 2022
Fun, Productive with good recognition.
4.0
Ratings
4
Professional growth
3
Salary & Benefits
3
Work-Life balance
5
Recognition & Support
5
Culture and Values
Good time working as an auditor in Nielsen, good working environment and was also good in developing my retail understanding in the research market.
Pros and Cons
Free EDS launch, Flexible working pattern
No cons of working
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Mail Assistant
Coral Springs, FL - April 28, 2021
An Ideal place to work
4.0
Ratings
3
Professional growth
4
Salary & Benefits
5
Work-Life balance
3
Recognition & Support
5
Culture and Values
Enjoyed a friendly and supportive work environment with yearly employee evaluations conducted by management. Coworkers being supportive and understanding of personal issues.
Pros and Cons
Yearly raises, Christmas breakfasts, birthday parties for employees, free lunches for staff meetings
Insufficient parking spaces

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When was Nielsen founded?
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Benjamin GardnerSeptember 21, 2020
I think 1923.
What industry does Nielsen fall under?
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Liam BrownSeptember 21, 2020
Computer/Internet, Marketing/Advertising/PR.
What’s the stock symbol of Nielsen?
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Liam BrownSeptember 21, 2020
NLSN.
What’s the main location of Nielsen?
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Sophie HayesSeptember 21, 2020
It’s New York, NY.
gender breakdown at Nielsen?
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Liam BrownSeptember 21, 2020
gender ratio is 42.1% female, 57.9% male.
What companies are competitors of Nielsen?
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Liam BrownSeptember 22, 2020
GfK, IRI.
What’s Nielsen’s yearly revenue?
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Isabella HolmesSeptember 23, 2020
$5b to $10b, i think
Who is the CEO of Nielsen?
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Benjamin GardnerSeptember 23, 2020
Mitch Barns.
How long do people usually work for Nielsen?
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Isabella HolmesSeptember 23, 2020
4-8 year(s).
what kind of companies did Nielsen employees work for?
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Benjamin GardnerSeptember 23, 2020
Large companies before Nielsen.
How often do employees get promoted at Nielsen ?
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Isabella HolmesSeptember 23, 2020
advancement opportunities are very high
who are employees usually hired by after leaving Nielsen?
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Isabella HolmesSeptember 23, 2020
Claritas, Deloitte, Google, IRI, PepsiCo, The Harris Poll, The Nielsen Company, The NPD Group.
Who are the top previous employers of Nielsen employees?
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Isabella HolmesSeptember 23, 2020
Affinnova, BASES, Citi, Harris Interactive, IRI, Nielsen Audio, Tata Consultancy Services, The Nielsen Company.
How old are Nielsen’s employees in general?
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Sophie HayesSeptember 23, 2020
around 21-30.
Where did most of Nielsen employees go to school?
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Sophie HayesSeptember 23, 2020
Miami University-Hamilton, Northwestern University, University of Florida, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of South Florida-Main Campus.
which days Nielsen pays their employees?
do you feel fulfilled in your position at Nielsen?
Why did you quit?
should I call Nielsen about my background check?
How long did you work for Nielsen?
Does Nielsen have shifts?
Did you get a raise after your 3-month probationary period at Nielsen?
Part time employees get the same benefits as FTEs at Nielsen?
What’s it like to interview for Nielsen?
Do I have to wear a tie in a management position at Nielsen?
What is the mission of Nielsen?
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Sophie HayesSeptember 23, 2020
"To provide clients with the most complete understanding of consumers and markets worldwide.".
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