OMD
    (18 reviews)

    Company Profile

    Company overview

    Industry

    Advertising, Marketing & Communications Services

    Primary location

    SOUTHERN CROSS DR, BALLINA Australia
    OMD Australia is a proud part of the OMD global network, the world’s leading marketing and communications agency. As part of the Omnicom Media Group, we provide services to over 5,000 clients in more than 100 countries and employing 11,000+ staff.Since launching in 2000, OMD Australia has grown to become Australia’s largest media and communications agency, with over 500 employees nationally. At OMD Australia we are distinctive in our ambition, distinctive in how we act, and distinctive in what we deliver. This is activated through the clear ambition under which we operate: To be known for Performance for our clients, from our people, always done with Integrity. We are driven by understanding our clients’ challenges, immersing ourselves in our clients’ businesses and forming new paths that deliver them business growth. If there is one thing that defines our OMD, it is the philosophy that nothing is more important than our people. We are very proud to have ranked the 6th ‘Best Place to Work’ in 2018 and to have made the top 50 for 10 consecutive years in 2018, the only agency in Australia to be ranked this many times. OMD Australia was also the sole media agency to be named as an ‘Employer Of Choice’ at the Australian Business Awards 2016, the Campaign Asia’s Talent Management Team of the Year ANZ 2017 and 2018 award, the B&T Employer of the Year 2015 and 2016, and winner of the 2016 and 2017 Mumbrella Culture Award.To find out more about OMD:Facebook: facebook.com/OMD.AustraliaTwitter: @OMD_AusInstagram: omd_australia

    Reviews overview

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    56%
    Rate salary as high or average
    78%
    Employees recommend this employer to friends

    What’s it like working at OMD?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees consistently praise the positive culture and friendly people at OMD, noting that colleagues create a welcoming, family-like environment. The company offers abundant training opportunities and professional development, allowing employees to learn quickly about marketing and advertising whilst having access to valuable resources. There are good opportunities for career progression, with a focus on placing people in the right roles. Employees also appreciate the prestigious client base, the nature of the work, and the excellent office location and facilities, along with company events and perks.

    However, there are some potential challenges, such as salary levels being below industry standards, which is a common concern. Some employees have noted that management could be stronger, with concerns about decision-making and staff promotions. The workload can be demanding, with tight deadlines and high client expectations sometimes resulting in unpaid overtime. Internal politics can make it difficult to challenge existing processes, and staff turnover has impacted the sense of community due to salary levels.

    Recent reviews

    2.0
    Account Executive
    May 2026
    Sydney NSW 20003 to 4 years in the role, former employee
    At moments enjoyable, but in the end not
    The good thingsThe culture and events
    The challengesTerrible salary, over-worked, poor management, internal politics
    5.0
    Operations Analyst
    Apr 2024
    South Yarra VIC 3141Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    Truly enjoyed and massive gained in OMD Australia.
    The good thingsCompany culture and friendly environment, plenty of opportunity to learn and collaborate atmosphere is super comfortable.
    The challengesThe only challenge for me is a short-term contract, will seek further opportunities to collaborate.
    5.0
    Activation Manager
    Mar 2020
    1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    A place I would choose to work in for the remainder of my life.
    The good things40% dedicated to actual KPI work, the rest is for learning, working on yourself, helping the OMD community
    The challengestoo many teams, good in a way but slow to process. that being said, you won't learn too much from a big picture perspective
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