"We've never laid anyone off" - Field Auto Claims Adjuster GEICO Employee Review

2.0
12 July 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Good pay relative to experience required. The best aspect of GEICO is that it forms a great stepping stone to a better company.

Cons

The worst and largest disconnect between upper management and lower management I've ever seen. You are a number. Plain and simple. You are replaceable, expendable, and will CONSTANTLY find that new and "exciting" changes are made to the company to F you just a little bit more every month. Profit sharing? Gone. But don't worry! We'll increase bonuses to compensate!... Well, not this year... But maybe in the future! 401k match? Not for 6 years of slavery, bucko. Flexibility? LOL. Here's a new app, it's going to tell you when, where, and how to be. What, you BELIEVED us about you managing your own schedule as an adjuster? HAH. Job security? Oh yeah, we've never laid anyone off. Never.... We just.. "Excessed" them. Yeah, that sounds good. Entire departments were "excessed" overnight with no warning. What do you mean it's the same as a layoff? No it isn't. We would never lay off thousands and thousands of people with no warning. We simply.. Reduced our workforce. Work life balance? We'll pay you for 7.75 hours.... But don't fall behind on the 30 claims we give you per day! Or that could hurt your metrics! And we'll need to get you back on track or we might need to consider lay-.. Excessing you. No overtime though. The pay is good. Not good enough to deal with the company. Get in, get licensed, get some experience you can draw from on your next job interview. Then get the hell out.

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Cons

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Pros

GEICO stands out for its world-class training and onboarding, which gives employees a strong foundation from day one. The training programs are structured, practical, and continuously improved based on feedback, helping new hires ramp quickly and confidently. The company also offers exceptional growth and development opportunities. There are clear paths for advancement across all operational areas (Claims, Service, Sales, etc.), supported by coaching, mentorship, and leadership development programs. Employees have access to tuition assistance, certifications, and professional development resources, making it easier to build a long-term career. GEICO provides strong stability as an established industry leader, with competitive compensation and benefits. The performance-driven culture rewards results and creates opportunities for high performers to advance quickly. Another highlight is the focus on internal mobility and skill-building. Associates are encouraged to expand their capabilities, take on new challenges, and grow into leadership roles through hands-on experience and real-time coaching.

Cons

The environment is performance-driven and fast-paced, which can feel demanding at times, especially during periods of high volume or organizational change. Expectations are high, and success requires strong time management and adaptability. Hybrid/in-office expectations may vary by role and business need, which can be an adjustment depending on personal preferences.

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