Nepotism - Senior Underwriter Swiss Re Employee Review

2.0
May 22, 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Good specialist areas and nice building

Cons

New head with poor record just joined and she brings someone who she previously put on performance review... what a joke. New hires with no qualifications and yes it is a swiss company so if you are not swiss dont dream. Also it is bs about being an equal opportunities company

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Swiss Re Response
5y
Dear colleague, we're sorry to read about your negative experience while working with us. At Swiss Re, we embrace and build a diverse workforce that brings together the best of multiple generations, cultures, skillsets and thinking. Our Group Executive Committee members closely monitor talent flows in their businesses and regions to ensure that all talent has opportunities to thrive. We would like to encourage you to reach out to your local HR representative to provide your feedback or connect with our Whistleblowing hotline: https://secure.ethicspoint.com/domain/media/en/gui/35747/index.html

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Cons

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Swiss Re Response
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Thank you for your review. We are glad to hear you valued your colleagues and some of the benefits of working at Swiss Re. We also take your concerns about change, stability and ways of working seriously, and we remain focused on ensuring a respectful and supportive environment across our global organisation.
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