Is Guy Carpenter a good company to work for?

Guy Carpenter has an overall rating of 3.9 out of 5, based on over 495 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months. 71% of employees would recommend working at Guy Carpenter to a friend and 54% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Guy Carpenter have been left by employees working as Catastrophe Risk Analyst , Risk Analyst and Assistant Vice President .

Does Guy Carpenter pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Guy Carpenter employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Guy Carpenter. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Guy Carpenter?

71% of Guy Carpenter employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Guy Carpenter 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Guy Carpenter?

Vice President (22) , Assistant Vice President (19) , Risk Analyst (18) , Carpenter (12) , Catastrophe Risk Analyst (12) , Actuarial Analyst (10) , Analyst (10) , Reinsurance Broker (10) , Broker (9) , Associate Broker (8) , Intern (8) , Managing Director (8) , Reinsurance Analyst (8) , Risk Analyst Intern (8) , Senior Reinsurance Technician (8)

What are the pros of working at Guy Carpenter according to real employee reviews?

"Great parties and people." ((in 38 reviews)); "Work life balance pretty good" ((in 23 reviews)); "Bright, engaging colleagues" ((in 15 reviews)); "Great Culture, People and Brand" ((in 14 reviews)); "• Good pay" ((in 12 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Guy Carpenter according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management" ((in 21 reviews)); "Low salary is a problem" ((in 18 reviews)); "no training provided u just do because rmb u r there not to learn but to be a minion." ((in 9 reviews)); "No bonuses below Associate level." ((in 6 reviews)); "Long hours and poor work–life balance." ((in 6 reviews))

What are employees saying about Guy Carpenter layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Guy Carpenter layoffs and their outlook for job security at Guy Carpenter in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Guy Carpenter locations?

New York , Philadelphia , Seattle , Hoboken , Edina , Minneapolis , San Francisco , Boston , Jersey City , Morristown , Chicago , Dallas , Tampa , Atlanta , Princeton , Springfield , Detroit , Whittier , Bridgeport , Hartford , Las Vegas , Nazareth , Gainesville , Elon College

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Guy Carpenter

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Guy Carpenter reviews

3.9

71% would recommend to a friend

(406 total reviews)

Dean Klisura

87% approve of CEO

54% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.9

Diversity & inclusion

3.8

Culture & values

3.8

Compensation and benefits

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.7

Career opportunities

3.4

Senior management

Guy Carpenter has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 406 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Guy Carpenter employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Insurance industry (3.6 stars).

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Reviews by job title

406 reviews

3.0

Mar 30, 2026

Guy Carpenter

Broker support

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Guy Carpenter is a large organisation, and the overall experience can vary significantly depending on the team. I feel fortunate to have worked within a supportive and collaborative team, with a manager who trusts me to work independently while being supportive when needed. In this role, I’ve had the opportunity to grow and take on work that is interesting and challenging.

Cons

Compensation does not always reflect individual contribution, particularly in non-producing roles such as broker support. High-performing employees who remain in the same role for an extended period may find themselves taking on significantly increased responsibilities without a corresponding adjustment in salary, at times performing the workload of multiple roles while being compensated at a more junior level.

Guy Carpenter Response

1mo

Thank you for sharing your concerns about pay. We understand that compensation is important for our colleagues, and we strive to provide fair and competitive compensation packages. We regularly evaluate our pay structures to ensure they are in line with industry standards. We value your feedback and will take it into consideration as we continue to improve our compensation practices. We encourage you to have a conversation with your manager or HR partner to discuss your specific concerns and explore potential solutions.

4.0

Mar 26, 2026

Flexible work environment but pay lags

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible, nice benefits, good colleagues

Cons

Below average pay, work life balance

3.0

Mar 13, 2026

First Role

Reinsurance analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

For a first role out of college it is good

Cons

Ceiling for growth in the role is low

Guy Carpenter Response

1mo

Thank you for sharing your feedback about career growth and development at our company. We understand the importance of professional growth and appreciate you bringing this to our attention. If you are seeking guidance or support in your career development, we have resources available to help. Your HR partner team can provide information on internal job postings, career counseling, and guidance on skill development. We encourage you to reach out for assistance.

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