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Alliant Insurance Services

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Overworked, undervalued, largely toxic - Employee Benefits Department Alliant Insurance Services Employee Review

2.0
Mar 30, 2021
Recommend
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Pros

Stable income, annual bonuses (~5% for non-sales staff, up to 10-15% for sales staff), annual pay increases (~3%).

Cons

If you have a longstanding career in the insurance industry, nothing in this review should surprise you as this is an industry problem rather than specific to Alliant. However, Alliant isn't doing much to get out in front of these problems and become an industry leader for organizational culture. Racism, sexism, classism are often easily identified in hiring and promotion processes, in most every meeting, and around every corner within teams and offices. It's a difficult work environment where gaslighting happens weekly. Workdays are often well over the 7.5 hours that they tout to you during the interview process. The feelings of belonging and inclusion are lost on leadership. Certain departments, of course, are better run than others. But, for the most part you can assume a medium to high level of toxicity throughout the organization. The benefits package is astronomically priced. Don't bother counting on that benefit if you have a family you want to insure. My best advice to prospective employees, especially for POC, LGBTQ, or anyone else with a historically marginalized identity: visit LinkedIn and search Alliant's employees. Find ones that seem to represent you through the posts on their page or other identifiable characteristics (interests are listed on LinkedIn), then reach out to them for their insights into a department or unit. Should you choose to accept an offer of employment with Alliant, be prepared to experience these things first- or second-hand. Become an ally to others by raising concerns when and where you can.

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Pros

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Cons

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Pros

Strong reputation in the insurance industry with access to large and complex accounts. Competitive compensation and benefits. Opportunity to work with experienced industry professionals and gain exposure to sophisticated commercial insurance programs. Entrepreneurial environment that allows employees to take ownership of their work. Access to resources and technology that can support client service when utilized effectively

Cons

May vary by regions or departments.. Training and onboarding can be inconsistent, particularly for employees transitioning into new teams or specialties. Processes and procedures may vary significantly between offices, regions, and teams, creating confusion and inefficiencies. Some Departments- Limited standardization of workflows, templates, and documentation can lead to unnecessary rework and increased risk of errors. Collaboration and communication between departments can be challenging, making it difficult to obtain timely support or guidance. Role expectations and responsibilities may not always be clearly defined, resulting in ambiguity and shifting priorities. Success often depends heavily on individual team dynamics rather than a consistent company-wide experience. High workloads and competing priorities can make it difficult to balance client service, administrative tasks, and professional development. New employees may face a steep learning curve with limited structured environment. Management likes to tell you to go to the Alliant portal to reference.

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