Does Bailey Nelson pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Bailey Nelson employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Bailey Nelson. This rating has improved by 8% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Bailey Nelson?

71% of Bailey Nelson employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Bailey Nelson 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Bailey Nelson?

Store Manager (28) , Optical Assistant (26) , Eyewear Stylist (18) , Stylist (12) , Manager (11) , Optical Dispenser (10) , Optometrist (8) , Assistant Manager (6) , Sales Associate (6) , Licensed Optician (5) , Regional Manager (4) , Eyewear Consultant (3) , Optical Stylist (3) , Retail Assistant (3) , Retail Sales Associate (3)

What are the pros of working at Bailey Nelson according to real employee reviews?

"The in store teams are great especially if you have a great Manger" ((in 22 reviews)); "Great people worked there and really all added to the culture" ((in 22 reviews)); "good pay" ((in 8 reviews)); "Some great staff around the stores" ((in 6 reviews)); "Decent benefits, which is rare for a job at the mall" ((in 4 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Bailey Nelson according to real employee reviews?

"Upper management seem disorganised and confused and this filters down to store level, communication is poor and the company direction seems to change week to week." ((in 11 reviews)); "store managers have huge expectations set upon them with KPIs etc" ((in 8 reviews)); "1s with management often cancelled/not even scheduled." ((in 8 reviews)); "The support and training is good that comes with the changes but you have to get use to working in a fast progressing environment." ((in 6 reviews)); "Wage is a bit lower than others." ((in 4 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Bailey Nelson locations?

Toronto , Vancouver , Calgary , Edmonton , London , Kelowna , Langley , Scarborough , Etobicoke , Oakville , Ottawa , Oshawa , Richmond , Surrey

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Bailey Nelson reviews

3.6

71% would recommend to a friend

(199 total reviews)

Nick Perry

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48% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.3

Diversity & inclusion

3.8

Culture & values

3.4

Work/Life balance

3.3

Compensation and benefits

3.2

Senior management

2.8

Career opportunities

Bailey Nelson has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 199 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Bailey Nelson employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail and wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

199 reviews

5.0

May 25, 2026

fun place!

Anonymous employee

Recommend

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Pros

growth fun environment great people to work with

Cons

sometimes theres no enough hours

5.0

May 15, 2025

Great company to work for

Payroll accountant

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

I had the pleasure of working at Bailey Nelson for 2.5 years, and it was truly a fantastic experience. The work environment is supportive, collaborative, and built around a hybrid model that encourages flexibility and work-life balance. The people are what make Bailey Nelson exceptional—smart, kind, and always willing to help each other grow. I had the opportunity to work with a great boss who led with clarity and respect, and there was always room for personal and professional development. The company fosters innovation and is constantly evolving, always open to new ideas and better ways of doing things. Bailey Nelson isn't just a great place to work—they also offer incredible products. Their glassware is stylish, high-quality, and backed by remarkable customer service that truly sets them apart in the industry. If you're looking for a workplace that values people, embraces change, and prioritizes excellence, I couldn’t recommend Bailey Nelson more highly.

Cons

The only downside, from a personal perspective, was that I wasn’t able to grow into a management role during my time there, simply because there wasn’t a need for it at the time. This wasn't a reflection on the company itself, but rather a matter of timing and structure.

5.0

Mar 19, 2025

Great Place

Sales

Recommend

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Business Outlook

Pros

awesome team, supportive training and good pay and incentives.

Cons

really there were no cons

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Jobs at Bailey Nelson

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