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    Markel

    Updated October 2024.

    About Markel

    Company Overview
    Markel is a global specialty insurance provider with a truly people-first approach. We have the tools, knowledge and experience to offer unique solutions across a wide variety of risks. But it’s our people and the relationships they develop with colleagues, brokers and clients that makes us so unique.
    Company Size 1,184 UK-based Employees
    (Super Large)
    INDUSTRY Financial Services & Insurance
    CONNECT
    Markel Head Office

    United Kingdom

    Employee Demographics

    Tenure
    • <2 years - 35%
    • 2-5 years - 28%
    • 6-10 years - 16%
    • 11-15 years - 8%
    • 16-20 years - 6%
    • Over 20 years - 7%

    Company Culture at Markel

    The employee experience below at Markel, compared to a typical company.

    87% of employees at Markel say it is a great place to work*, compared to 54% of employees at a typical UK based company.
    Markel
    87%
    Typical Company
    54%
    *Responses to the statement “Taking everything into account, I would say this is a great place to work.” vs. a typical UK company.

    98%

    This is a physically safe place to work.

    97%

    People here are treated fairly regardless of their sexual orientation.

    94%

    People here are treated fairly regardless of their race.

    93%

    When you join the company, you are made to feel welcome.

    92%

    I am able to take time off from work when I think it's necessary.

    Working at Markel

    Inspiring office spaces for employees to collaborate and innovate
    Simon Wilson sharing his career journey to inspire young brokers in the Market and sharing Markel's empowerment culture.
    Annual Markel International summer party event to celebrate success and bring people together
    In Good Company: employee podcast brings together voices from across our business to celebrate our shared culture/vision
    Markel team participating in industry sporting events
    Our UK Marketing team participating in a 'Volunteering Day' to help others and support our communities
    Inclusion Network hosted colleagues to learn about Ramadan and break their fast together with an Iftar meal.

    Best Workplaces Lists

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