It's like working in the 80s, but without the benefits - Account Team Member Gallagher Employee Review

1.0
Nov 4, 2019
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

There are pockets of rational people The new HQ in Rolling Meadows is nice, good cafeteria Can work from home

Cons

A lot of red tape to get anything done Finger pointing is common instead of just fixing a problem The company is 100% broker focused; if you aren't a broker, you are dispensable Raises are non-existent unless you fight, even though every year they are profitable The benefits are horrible (only HDHP with expensive premiums) and you only get 10 days off a year (15 after 5 years) Each location has their own rules and processes, there is no consistency Nepotism is standard practice; if you are family or a friend, you are set! Management has no idea what the day-to-day is for any of the people doing the work Morale is horrible Have to wear business casual every day (no jeans allowed) They focus on being an "Ethical" company, but practices don't reflect it internally

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5.0
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Pros

Flexible, Great Team, Mentorship, Opportunity to Grow and Gain Insurance Knowledge

Cons

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2.0
Jul 6, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Salary was in market range.

Cons

Manager took zero interest in me. I spoke to her 2 times in the 6 months I was there. It’s just an endless grind to various SEC and investor required reporting. By the time you finish you need to start over. Almost all process are broken. This $13B company runs on excel. It’s a real risk that this company collapses on itself. They purchase companies and destroy everything good about their cultures. I was so happy and content until they purchased us. The executives paint a fake picture of their culture to the street.

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