Stressful, but a good place to work - Anonymous employee Umialik Insurance Company Employee Review

4.0
Apr 10, 2019
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Management truly cares about their employees We are given access to fun opportunities, great benefits, and flexibility

Cons

Older/ outdated technology A lot of work is expected to be completed within a short timeframe Clicky and difficult social environment

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Umialik Insurance Company Response
7y
Thank you for recommending Umialik and taking the time to leave us a review! We’re especially happy to read your comments about our management – we strive to make all our employees feel supported. To that end, if you’re ever overwhelmed with your workload, we encourage you to reach out to your manager to discuss possible solutions. To your note about our corporate offerings, as our office continues to grow, we’ve worked to offer a variety of programs so that each employee can find something that interests them (e.g., wellbeing offerings, Social Committee events, volunteer opportunities). However, we’re always looking to improve. If you have additional suggestions or would like to discuss your review in more detail, please contact Human Resources by stopping by or emailing us at HRmail@wnins.com.

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5.0
May 12, 2026
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Pros

Company is outcome-focused, Solid, disciplined, not sloppy, good leadership top to bottom

Cons

Needs better execution consistency at adjuster level enterprise wide that comes with experience.

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Umialik Insurance Company Response
1mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We appreciate your recognition of our leadership, disciplined culture, and outcome-focused approach. We also value your perspective regarding execution at the Claims Adjuster level across our organization. Developing strong, consistent claims practices enterprise-wide is an ongoing focus, and we recognize that experience, training, and continuous support all play an important role in achieving that goal. We are always looking for feedback on areas in which we can improve. If you are willing to share more, please contact us directly at HRmail@wnins.com.
4.0
Dec 17, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

The underwriting role here is definitely challenging and fast-paced, but it’s rewarding if you enjoy problem-solving and handling complex cases. It’s an intellectually stimulating environment where you’re constantly learning and adapting, which keeps the workday interesting. The team is generally supportive, and there's a good mix of independent work and collaboration. The opportunities to grow professionally are abundant, and the company offers plenty of resources to help improve your skill set.

Cons

The role can be difficult, particularly due to the frequent changes in our systems and processes. These shifts have added some complexity to the day-to-day responsibilities, which can sometimes feel overwhelming. There’s a steep learning curve, especially for those new to underwriting or transitioning into the role.

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Umialik Insurance Company Response
1mo
Feedback like this is invaluable, so thank you for taking the time to tell us about your experience with Umialik Insurance. We’re glad to hear you find the work intellectually rewarding and that you appreciate the opportunities for professional growth, collaboration, and continuous learning. We also recognize that periods of system and process change can create additional complexity and a steep learning curve. We appreciate your acknowledgment of the efforts our leadership team makes to provide training, resources, and ongoing support through these transitions. We are always looking for feedback on areas in which we can improve. If you are willing to share more, please contact us directly at HRmail@wnins.com.
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