The Co-operators Reviews
Updated Aug 19, 2019
Found 172 reviews
"Flexible hours /work life balance" (in 22 reviews)
"The work environment is very very easy-going" (in 16 reviews)
"Headquarters location is in Guelph which might be a bit remote for some people" (in 7 reviews)
"No work life balance, expectations and stress level is very high" (in 4 reviews)
"Fantastic Workplace Culture!"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at The Co-operators full-time
Pros
The Co-operators is a positive, supportive place to work. Leadership is approachable, which was importiant to me. The co-operatives values are somethign that seperates the Co-operators from other employers because they are fair, transparent and provide a positive space for development. This is great place to work!
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In every job there are things you could say you could do with out, but the Co-operators truly is a place that makes me enjoy coming to work every single day.
The Co-operators2019-08-20"Financial Advisor - sales and service"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at The Co-operators full-time for more than 10 years
Pros
I worked for an office, detached from the structure and reputation of corporate side of the operation (Canada's Best 50 employers, etc etc.). While the office roles are a little looser, on everything, demands and volumes can overwhelm, and targets, well, the whole concept of their existence - so it all comes down to Agent support, and motivation. Depending on the role (auto/home, or auto/home/life/rrsp), the... experience is quite different (aka - extra stress levels). But, some offices run smooth, and have consistent processes, which I enjoyed, until it became too much (among other things, to nuanced to describe)
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Pay - if on base & comm, selling to your average, and basing a lifestyle on that, can be irregular, and unpredictable. Agent owner, and HR or people doing, can mean 75% of the office experience. I hear amazing things, for process, support, growth, pension at corporate offices (claims, analysts, managers, IT - so trying not to confuse with that side of this great, client centric, company......aka - Co-operative.
Advice to Management
Offices or corporate. Be thankful, of loyal, steady employees. Especially the one's who stay, offer loyalty, work hard / above and beyond, and just offer a pat on the back, along with the negative part of every day or week. Nothing groundbreaking.
The Co-operators2019-08-19The Co-operators Response
September 5, 2019 – Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with feedback on your experience and provide your suggestions. At The Co-operators, our advisors are self-employed and are accountable and responsible for running the agency and managing their staff. We hope you had an opportunity to share ...
Show More"Great culture"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at The Co-operators full-time for less than a year
Pros
Great team members, great management, work/life balance
Cons
Pay not as competitive as other companies but the pros definitely make the workplace better than competitors
The Co-operators2019-08-08The Co-operators Response
August 16, 2019 – Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Thank you for taking the time to recommend The Co-operators. We value work-life balance, and we agree we have a great culture. Our culture is caring and collaborative and is guided by solid leadership and the contributions of every member of our organization. Our advisors are self-employed ...
Show More"Good company"
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Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at The Co-operators full-time for more than 5 years
Pros
Great company and people to work with.
Cons
Areas of the company are lacking direction, training and proper management.
Advice to Management
Not taking any words of advice from people who do the work daily is a poor choice.
The Co-operators2019-07-23The Co-operators Response
August 1, 2019 – Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Thanks for the time you took to write a review and provide your suggestions. The Co-operators supports a culture where employees feel appreciated and valued. We believe that employees are more engaged and satisfied with their work when they feel appreciated for their contributions. ...
Show More"Okay experience"
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RecommendsApproves of CEOI worked at The Co-operators full-time
Pros
co-workers, location, benefits, no weekends, career advancement
Cons
low pay for amount of work expected, no commission, micromanaging, consistent changes within company
The Co-operators2019-07-12The Co-operators Response
August 1, 2019 – Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Thank you for taking the time to provide us feedback on your experience. We are glad to hear you were pleased with your co-workers, benefits and opportunities for advancement. The Co-operators strives to create a culture in which individuals feel valued, supported and inspired to ...
Show More"Excellent company"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at The Co-operators full-time
Pros
Fantastic business ethics and corporate culture. I have been working here for years and it only gets better. Great benefits and very nice people around.
Cons
Nothing. Headquarters location is in Guelph which might be a bit remote for some people.
Advice to Management
Keep on doing the great work.
The Co-operators2019-06-21The Co-operators Response
August 20, 2019 – Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Thank you for your positive review! At The Co-operators, our culture is caring, innovative and collaborative and we have Ethics Reporting/Whistleblowing procedures in place to ensure that ethical behaviour and business practices are demonstrated at all times. At every level of our ...
Show More"Exceptional employer"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at The Co-operators full-time for more than 8 years
Pros
Amazing culture, great benefits, good virtual technology, very supportive of employee mental health and well-being.
Cons
A bit sluggish. Too much emphasis on change management. Many complain of "silos" that still exist from the 1990s.
Advice to Management
Continue pushing forward removing the silos and bureaucratic processes.
The Co-operators2019-06-19The Co-operators Response
August 14, 2019 – Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Thanks for the time you took to write a review and provide your suggestions. At The Co-operators we welcome feedback so that we can continue to push boundaries for improvement. We offer a generous compensation package including a competitive salary, a pension and benefits program, ...
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I worked at The Co-operators full-time for less than a year
Pros
Awesome place to learn the industry.
Cons
The fast track for advancement can be daunting.
Advice to Management
N/A
The Co-operators2019-07-01The Co-operators Response
August 20, 2019 – Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Thank you for your review. The Co-operators is a different insurance company. We are part of the co-operative business sector. Our business is built on the values of honesty, caring, hard work, family and community. With a focus on sustainability and the communities we serve, we all ...
Show More"Wonderful Place to work"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at The Co-operators full-time for more than a year
Pros
Great training program Easy to use systems Friendly coworkers Good benefits
Cons
Selling life insurance could be tough
Advice to Management
Continue to give top notch training to employees.
The Co-operators2019-05-26The Co-operators Response
June 14, 2019 – Talent Acquisition Coordinator
We really appreciate your insightful review, and we agree with your positive comments! Our workplace culture is caring and collaborative which is guided by solid leadership and the contributions of every member of our organization. We are happy to hear that you had a good experience ...
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StarStarStarStarStarI have been working at The Co-operators full-time for more than 5 years
Pros
Salary, Health and Dental benefits, mon-fri 9-5.
Cons
Low Commissions. Work life balance....
The Co-operators2019-05-29The Co-operators Response
June 18, 2019 – Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Thank you for taking the time to post your review. At The Co-operators we welcome feedback so that we can continue to push boundaries for improvement. We are thrilled to hear that you are pleased with your Total Rewards and hours of work. Our advisors are self-employed and are accountable ...
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The Co-operators Response
August 26, 2019 – Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Wonderful response! Thank you for your review, we are lucky to have someone that is as passionate about The Co-operators as you are. We consistently look for ways to support and coach our people leaders to effectively support their teams. The Co-operative values that inspired our ...
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