Pros
Well known company. Pretty good benefits. I really like a lot of people that I worked with.
Cons
Office redesign to open concept with tiny desks and no privacy - right at a time when multiple studies from Harvard and others are showing that this lowers productivity. 26 pay periods makes no sense for exempt salary employees, forces you to budget two extra paychecks per year rather than just enjoying your salary twice a month on a 24-pay system. Basically no perks or office amenities you would find at a competing multi-billion dollar carrier. No gym, no snacks, no coffee, employees have to pool their own funds just to buy a keurig. No employee appreciation events, no outings, employees had to bring all food for holiday parties - no sponsorship from management. Minimal work anniversary recognition. Not much attempt to make you feel like a part of a team or family. There are some great people that work at Travelers, however there is a strong ego from senior management - almost a sense of “you’re lucky to be working here”, apparently unaware that there is stiff competition for experienced commercial insurance professionals. Recruiters call multiple times per month. Essentially, you can work your butt off, have a great production year and find yourself wondering if anyone noticed.
