Very positive place to work - Senior Underwriter Travelers Employee Review

5.0
May 4, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Very positive place to work as an underwriter There are quirks in the way things are done, but once you get used to this and find your groove there is opportunity to deal with an array of interesting risks, including multinational programmes Support is there to influence and lead negotiations and make your own underwriting decisions. Internal learning mechanisms and training are slowly improving. Treated as a grownup in terms of flexibility with work hours and juggling family life etc. Full support for professional development

Cons

I felt Travelers were slow to adapt to the soft insurance market, in terms of quoting very aggressively for the right risks and flexing appetite where appropriate. They have just switched all underwriters to using esims on personal devices, which despite best intentions to save costs, does have some drawbacks in terms of distinguishing between work and personal calls / texts . Workloads at peak times can be very high.

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5.0
Jun 3, 2026
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Pros

I like it so far, great culture

Cons

You’re salary but have to track hours bc you’re technically hourly

5.0
Jun 1, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Everyone I work with here is great - friendly, dedicated, hard working, professional, but also fun. The company is very aware that their employees are people. They encourage us to use our time off. We have mindfulness trainings. Our medical plan includes things like 8 free therapy sessions and free visits with a lawyer for consults. Also, I genuinely get the sense that Travelers is a good company. We are encouraged to volunteer. When we do, they award us $20 for every hour of community service worked, and that money can be used to donate a charity of our choice. Then, Travelers will match the money that they already gave us. The leadership is working to be zero emissions by 2030 and I believe they will do. It's a great place to work. There are so many different business units, departments, and offices in this company that if your role isn't fulfilling you can probably find another position that will be a good fit. You are also likely to find another office in the country if you have to (or want to) move. The company is very open to people finding the right place for them.

Cons

Everyone has a very full plate. It's not an insurmountable amount of work but it will keep you very busy. We also require at least 3 days per week in office in my region, but honestly, it's nice to back in an office with people. You will likely pay more for benefits here but they have different plans depending on what you're looking for.

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