Sun Life reviews

3.8

68% would recommend to a friend

(4,279 total reviews)
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Kevin Strain

90% approve of CEO

69% positive business outlook

Sun Life has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 4,279 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Sun Life employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Insurance industry (3.6 stars).

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2.0
Feb 19, 2025

Great Benefits, but Weak Management

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Pros

1) Good benefits, including performance bonuses, 13th and 14th-month pay, and regular performance reviews." 2) Managers enjoy competitive bonuses, making the role financially rewarding and stable. 3) Sick Leave (SL) and Vacation Leave (VL) benefits

Cons

1) You will stay in the same role for years. 2) Promotions are rare. 3) Lateral transfers for career development are uncommon, and having insider information gives you an edge in advancing your career. 4) Some managers prioritize office politics over helping their teams grow. 5) Management expects employees to develop but does not provide sufficient support for growth. 6) A lack of clear communication about team goals and vision leads to stagnation and a complacent work culture. 7) They focus more on individual metrics rather than the bigger picture. 8) Lastly, your work life may become easier, but it ultimately depends on your manager.

4.0
Feb 18, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Good office at the sunlife building

Cons

Where to start from the list.

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