Pros
As you will see throughout recent reviews, many people at TRAG are bright, thoughtful, and engaged. I found this to be particularly true of those at the associate and senior associate level - all of whom bring their unique experience to bear on the (usually) interesting and varied work. TRAG also has relatively strong name recognition in the sector, which could be a benefit if you're considering staying in the DD/Investigations space for your career.
Cons
My advice to a prospective TRAG employee is to heed the advice shared in the most recent Glassdoor reviews for the firm. My own experience at TRAG was fraught with the same issues these former employees have raised. Among others, they include: Limited work/life balance: regardless of your position, you will work 55-60 hours per week. I personally had several 15+ hours days, including on bank holidays. The interesting nature of the work is a moot point when you’re struggling to keep up. Abysmal compensation: you will see this as the most consistent point of concern for former TRAG employees. It is absolutely true, and TRAG pays well below market rate for the research associate, associate, and senior associate positions. If you’re looking for company willing to compensate you fairly for your time (lots of time!) and expertise, I would recommend looking elsewhere. Toxic leadership: I cannot underscore this point enough. With a few important exceptions, such as the firm’s de facto COO, you will not find supportive leadership at TRAG. What you will find is a cadre of uninspiring, oftentimes petty, directors who show no concern for those below them. Heed the advice of those who have taken the time to write these reviews, avoid TRAG at all costs.
