Good to bad - Anonymous employee David Yurman Employee Review

1.0
Jan 17, 2013
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Some very nice people and feeling of community within departments. Great brand and looks good on resume but positive seems to end there.

Cons

Very disorganized and subject to change. Have never worked anywhere where things change so quickly with no regard for the consequences. Favortism is also a big problem and people get ahead by playing the game and not because they deserve it. Ever since the new CEO started it has gotten much worse too with lots of veteran employees being let go and replaced with his people. It feels like the old employees are being gradually replaced and ignored for promotion and development. People are literally fired constantly and with no reason or warning. It's ashame because there are good people there including the Yurmans are being mislead and taken advantage of and just don't see it. Thought it was going to be a place where I could be for awhile but due to changes it does not seem likely and seems to be the sentiment of many of my co-workers as well. Salary is also awful and they get you with promise of bonus but never got it and took a pay cut to start. Also uneven compensation from what I've heard where depending on department a manager can earn the same or less than some assistants.

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5.0
Jan 17, 2026
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Pros

Company really supports their employees. Next level platforms have built relationships and KPI’s in an effort to grow the brand and reach more engagement.

Cons

Nothing to specify as the company has grown and evolved.

3.0
Feb 9, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Working at David Yurman was a great experience overall. The pay structure and commission potential are very strong, especially for those who are motivated and good at building client relationships. The jewelry itself is good quality, which makes it easier to sell with confidence, and there is opportunity to make great money, top performing ambassadors are easily earning $110k+ annually.

Cons

While there is strong earning potential at David Yurman, the work environment can be challenging depending on the store and management. At the location I worked at, there was a high level of micromanagement and constant pressure to meet individual monthly sales quotas, even when the store was already meeting or exceeding its overall goals. This created unnecessary stress and took away from what could have been a more collaborative team environment. Because individual performance is heavily emphasized, it can also lead to a more competitive or “shark-like” atmosphere, where sales interactions feel tense as everyone is focused on hitting their numbers. Management styles were consistent, but expectations were extremely high, which can negatively impact morale and work life balance especially during peak seasons. There is also limited flexibility and, in some cases, unclear paths for advancement. While the brand and compensation structure are strong, the day to day experience can feel intense and overly performance driven, making it a difficult long term fit for some employees.

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