Bureaucratic and slow to move - Gets in its own way - Underwriting Markel Employee Review

3.0
Aug 14, 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Philanthropic, great Co-CEOs, amazing history of M&A, solid stock

Cons

Too many layers of management, "Markel Style" is an amazing concept if it was acted upon (company does not disdain bureaucracy, is not fast to move, when some management is challenged or new ideas are posed it can be met with resistance), a lot of systems issues to be worked out to be able to harness value of data, lack of diversity - especially in senior management

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5.0
May 27, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Supportive team environment Flexible work schedule Good work-life balance Friendly coworkers and management Opportunities to learn new skills Decent benefits package

Cons

Communication between departments could be improved Workload can be inconsistent at times Pay could be more competitive

4.0
Jun 28, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Hybrid. Decent training. Decent pay. Nice PTO package and bonus based on performance.

Cons

Slow promotions, raises. Corporate America.

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