Great people horrible culture & management - Sales Navan Employee Review

2.0
Dec 20, 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

On the IC level the people are amazing. Everyone is very friendly and helpful to each other. The product is really cool and there are no competitors on the travel side like it.

Cons

When looking at other reviews the 5 stars are clearly forced reviews if you go ahead and see that every single one is about enablement and onboarding. If you are currently interviewing and hearing about how great the comp plan is, I recommend reaching out to previous reps who are no longer at TA to hear the truth about the comp plan before trusting a manager. Do not take a cut to your base salary in trust that you will get a big commission check. The AE role is truly a hybrid of CSM, SDR, AE so make sure you know what you are signing up for. If a customer is unhappy with the product because of something outside of your control such as a bug therefore they don't use the tool you will not be paid on that closed deal, REMEMBER THAT WHEN ACCEPTING THE JOB. The culture is truly terrible, as adults we were treated like children. They will tell you it is a hybrid environment although you do not have the ability to choose your days & they will sprinkle in random days for different reasons. Additionally, in the NY office you are expected to show up early on Tuesdays to start making dials. At the end of the week, you will be publicly shamed if you do not self source a meeting by the director. There is absolutely no transparency or visibility, they will tell you that we are doing well as a company then quietly lay off/push out people.

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5.0
May 28, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Lots of opportunity for advancement, pay compensation, mentor opportunities, great work environment, diversity and equality.

Cons

notice of sick time usage for it to count as Excused Absence, the ability to trade shifts as all U.S. based workers work Monday thru Friday with the earliest shist starting at 8 am and the latest starting at 12 pm CST

5.0
May 27, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Fast paced, plenty of room and opportunity to grow. Very good starting pay and ability to earn bonuses. Many remote work options. Strong culture and supportive leadership, with fun company events (like the Christmas party) that help people feel connected, even for the many remote employees.

Cons

The pre‑hire assessment is very strict and pass/fail. I’ve referred strong, experienced candidates who I know are good workers, but they did not pass the test and were not given the opportunity to move forward. It feels like the process may screen out some high‑potential talent who could otherwise thrive here.

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