7 minutes into the phone call with the recruiter let me know this was not a company I wanted to work for. The representative was rude and very short in the conversation. Once I said I wasn't interested, I was hung up on very abruptly.

I had the most amazing hiring experience with Travelers. I applied for a position out of state as I am relocating. The process took over 2 months and I wanted to share my experience in a timeline format. 3/13/17 applied for Auto Damage Adjuster position 3/27 - recruiter contacted me about the position and scheduled a phone interview for 3/30/17 3/30 - The recruiter was so pleasant and the phone interview lasted about 30-45 mins discussing background and job details. I was then scheduled for an interview. 4/5 - I flew into the office and interviewed with 2 Auto Damage managers, HR lead, VP and another Auto PD manager. I also had a peer demonstration of the system and day to day duties. That was a very challenging meeting as there were so many people but they were all pleasant and took their time explaining the position and selling the company to me. The questions were STAR based and also wanting to know more about me and how my skills would fit the role. 4/10 - I received a call from HR that basically the Auto Damage position was given to someone else but that the manager felt I would be a better fit for another role and wanted to know if I would be interested in a Claim Auto Rep position instead. I was advised that once this job was posted to apply and send an email advising that I did. Once completed I will be scheduled for an assessment back in their local office. Applied for position and sent email advising of the same. Assessment scheduled for 4/19- It took 3-4 hours and was similar to an SAT. The test was timed and consisted of 7 sections and designed not to be completed within the timeframe so it is best to answer all the questions you know quickly and then go back and look over the one you don't-- but don't leave anything blank-- after the test I received an email the same day advising that I passed. 4/24- I reached out to HR to follow up and was advised they were waiting on word from the hiring manager 5/1- HR called back stating one final interview was needed with another Auto Claims manager. I requested a phone interview or Skype interview instead so I wouldn't have to travel. 5/2- HR called back and agreed to do a video interview in my local office 5/8- video interview in local office took place -- met two auto managers and did another peer meeting 5/9- offer presented and accepted- salary and benefits were above what I expected for the role therefore, I did not negotiate 5/24- background check cleared- the process took 9 days. The company is HireRight. Be sure to have exact dates and contact info that will ensure a faster process. I also took a drug test. Overall this has been the most professional, efficient and lengthy process I have been through for a job however, it was the best experience hands down and well worth the wait. Everyone from the recruiter to managers, peers and background check company have been extremely pleasant and thorough. I am excited to be joining the team and look forward to many years within this company!!