Looking for a new job in Atlanta? Start with the most female-friendly employers in the city.
The companies on our list are rated on 16 factors of female-friendliness by current and former employees. Factors include management opportunities for women, female representation in leadership, flexible work hours, paid time off, the ability to telecommute, and maternity leave.
The 20 best places to work in Atlanta
1. Ultimate Software
4.7 stars
Ultimate Software employs an enthusiastic workforce. This tech company also ranks number one on our 2019 list of the best companies for working moms and number one on our 2019 list of tech companies where women are most satisfied with their pay.
Here’s what one mid-level employee writes about working for Ultimate Software:
This is the company I wish I had found when I was raising my son and trying to be supermom and still have a career. I plan to continue the traditions we currently carry forward as I move within the company and grow. So happy to have found Ultimate Software.
A more senior employee writes this:
The company environment is fun, casual, and inclusive. People care about each other and that makes for a happy workspace. It's inspiring to see women in director-level roles within product development.
2. The Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
4.2 stars
Number two on our list of the best places to work in Atlanta is BCG, which gets excellent scores for maternity and adoptive leave, great coworkers, paid time off, and equal opportunities for women and men.
Here’s what one woman early in her career has to say about working at BCG:
The three things I love most about working at BCG are the focus on people (with a special effort in attracting and retaining female talent), the diversity of its teams, and the visible and lasting impact generated by our projects both in the private and the public sectors.
3. Salesforce
4.0 stars
Salesforce gets its best scores for maternity and adoptive leave, wellness initiatives, paid time off, the ability to telecommute, and family growth support. Salesforce also makes InHerSight’s list of the top tech companies where women are happiest with their pay.
4. American Express
3.9 stars
Here are a few insightful reviews of what it’s like to work at AmEx:
American Express has a wonderful remote working policy, decent paid time off and flex time policies in the summer, and advancement opportunities.
I absolutely recommend working at American Express. It's full on corporate though so be prepared for many restrictions and red tape - it's not a place where you can be creative. Leadership is usually wonderful and there is a great sense of teamwork across many departments.
American Express also ranks number one on our 2019 list of the top 10 financial services companies where women are most satisfied with their pay.
5. Ericsson
3.9 stars
Ericsson gets a stand-out 4.4 stars for the ability to telecommute and for its paid time off policy. Behind that, number five on our list of the best places to work in ATL gets strong scores for great coworkers and flexible work hours.
6. lululemon athletica
3.9 stars
Retailer lululemon gets its top score for wellness initiatives (4.8 stars). No surprise there! It also gets excellent scores for female representation in leadership, management opportunities, and equal opportunities.
7. Bozzuto
3.8 stars
Real estate company Bozzuto gets stellar 4.8-star ratings for management opportunities and female representation in leadership.
Here’s what a few women have to say about working here:
Awesome company to work within. The culture is accepting and at the same time encouraging. You are easily motivated to want to achieve more.
There are several high-level female executives at Bozzuto. They take the time to review policies to see how they can be improved upon and take into consideration all aspects of day to day life.
Bozzuto gives opportunities for growth to any employee who puts in the effort!
8. CEB
3.8 stars
Here’s what one senior-level rater says about CEB:
CEB continues to improve support for women, and I have been really impressed by some recent additions, which have included an update to our parental leave policy (equal leave for moms and dads, which is critical), improved services for new moms, and a global Parental Leave Guide published for employees, by employees. Just as important—it has been a fabulous place for me to grow my career and build my skills.
9. Edward Jones
3.8 stars
Edward Jones’ best scores are for its maternity and adoptive leave policy, equal opportunities for women and men, paid time off, and the learning opportunities in the company.
Edward Jones also ranks number five on our 2019 list of financial services companies where women are happiest with their salary.
10. Fidelity Investments
3.8 stars
Women who work at Fidelity love its maternity leave policy, the PTO, wellness initiatives, female representation in leadership, and family growth support efforts.
11. Google
3.8 stars
Household name Google gets 4.3 stars for its wellness initiatives, 4.2 stars for both maternity and adoptive leave and family growth support, and 4.0 stars for both paid time off and social activities and environment.
12. USAA
3.8 stars
Financial services company USAA gets 4.5 stars for its maternity and adoptive leave policy, 4.4 stars for wellness initiatives, and 4.2 for PTO.
13. Deloitte
3.7 stars
Consultancy Deloitte gets a stand-out 3.8 stars for learning opportunities and 3.9 for family growth support initiatives.
14. Genentech
3.7 stars
Employees at Genentech give the company 4.4 stars for PTO, 4.2 stars for wellness initiatives, 4.2 stars for maternity and adoptive leave, and 4.1 stars for family growth support.
15. Navy Federal Credit Union
3.7 stars
This is what three women have to say about Navy Federal:
Great place to grow, lots of internal programs and they really care about employees.
This is by far the most wonderful company I’ve worked for. The environment promotes learning and growth while holding individuals accountable for their actions. The perks and benefits are fantastic, the workforce is diverse.
NFCU is one of the best places to work, with the best benefits. They are very family oriented and offer 12 weeks paid maternity leave, four weeks paid parental leave, 12 weeks paid adoption leave and offer to assist with adoption financing. Companies just don’t do things like this and I feel very blessed to be here. They care about their employees and constantly look for ways to better their lives. The only bad experiences I have heard of anyone having was from a problem they created because of a poor attitude or work ethic because the leadership is willing to fight for their people to move mountains if needed. NFCU creates a family environment and culture that isn’t like anywhere I have ever seen before. I will retire from this company and am prepared to give them the next 30+ years of my life!
16. American Heart Association
3.6 stars
The American Heart Association gets a near-perfect 4.8 stars for female representation in leadership, 4.5 stars for management opportunities, and 4.3 stars for equal opportunities for women and men.
17. Booking.com
3.6 stars
Atlanta-based Booking.com gets 4.3 stars for female representation in leadership, 4.2 stars for great coworkers, and 4.1 stars for management opportunities and equal opportunities.
18. Dell
3.6 stars
Here’s what one mid-level employee says about her time at Dell:
As a single mom, I am beyond grateful for the opportunity to work for a company that not only supports my work-life balance, but encourages it. I am able to grow my career with a company that is setting the pace for IT Transformation while still being able to be present for my kids.
19. Humana
3.6 stars
Humana gets its best scores for wellness initiatives, paid time off, maternity and adoptive leave, the ability to telecommute, and management opportunities.
Humana also makes our 2019 list of the best insurance companies to work for.
20. Southwest Airlines
3.6 stars
Capping our list of the top 20 companies to work in Atlanta is Southwest Airlines. Here’s what two women write about working here:
The tech industry is generally not the most welcoming to women. I have felt valued and respected from the moment I began. My manager, director, and CIO are all women and mothers who demonstrate amazing leadership and an inspiring dedication to work and family. I would enthusiastically recommend Southwest to anyone.
Outstanding organization grappling with pace of change and sometimes burdened by industry convention. But earnestly trying to balance innovation and culture for all employees.
Methodology
Companies with ratings and reviews from at least 50 current or former U.S.-based employees are eligible for this list. Company ratings accurate as of October 10, 2019.
InHerSight has ratings and reviews of more than 120K companies in the United States.
Read more: The 50 Best Companies to Work For
