Pros
I was an Account Exec at SWAT for just shy of two years. Some of the major pros were access to senior-level leadership that come from a variety of backgrounds and are incredibly knowledgeable, as well as very talented & motivated junior employees. The team, particularly all of the younger employees, became very close and supportive of each other, which was a positive experience. At a relatively young age, I was also given access to many senior-level clients and was trusted to develop strategies, create decks, and even present work on occasion. Because there is a small team and the environment is very fast-paced, I feel that my professional growth was accelerated in terms of communication and presentation skills, as well as time management. I think my time at SWAT was integral to my overall career development and provided me with some invaluable skills that have helped me move up in my career quickly.
Cons
The hours you are expected to work are relatively long (12+ hour days were fairly regular) with limited PTO. The environment can at times be very high-stress, and I found the physical space to be a bit difficult to work in. Additionally, I didn't feel that my compensation matched the amount and quality of work I was providing, which ultimately catalyzed my decision to leave the company and work elsewhere.