Gallagher Bassett is undergoing a significant change in their business strategy. - Anonymous employee Gallagher Employee Review

2.0
May 31, 2012
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Gallagher Bassett does have regular openings and advancement opportunities at below industry averages.

Cons

The strategy is shifting from client/customer focus to cost containment by transferring as much possible to the corporate India operation, which employes 1,200+ employees. They've undergone significant RIFs (Reduction in Force) hoping to obtain "Lifts" from their reduced labor costs. The prevailing attitude is one where employees are replaceable by lower paying wages, taking full advantage of the unemployment situation. Work is very demanding, and lots of extra time expected for task completion. Employees are considered dispensable and easily replaced.

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Great work-life balance as a remote employee. Management is approachable and genuinely willing to help when it comes to workload — you never feel like you're on your own.

Cons

Mentorship is largely self-driven. if you don't seek it out yourself, it won't come to you. Systems and internal processes can be slow and tedious, which adds friction to an already fast-paced workload. Compensation does not reflect the complexity or volume of work expected. High performers who are ready for the next step would benefit from clearer, more proactive promotion paths. When that structure is missing, talented people disengage quietly long before they ever leave.

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