Is RLI a good company to work for?

RLI has an overall rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on over 679 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 97% of employees would recommend working at RLI to a friend and 96% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about RLI have been left by employees working as Intern , Associate Underwriter and Senior Underwriter .

Does RLI pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, RLI employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at RLI. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at RLI?

97% of RLI employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated RLI 4.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.9 for culture and values and 4.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at RLI?

Underwriter (35) , Senior Underwriter (24) , Director (18) , Operations Assistant (14) , Associate Underwriter (11) , Intern (11) , Underwriting Intern (11) , Assistant Vice President (10) , AVP - Underwriting (7) , Actuarial Analyst (7) , Claims Examiner (7) , Manager (7) , Actuary (6) , Claim Manager (6) , Software Engineer (6)

What are the pros of working at RLI according to real employee reviews?

"All the people have been great to work with and are sharing tons of knowledge." ((in 71 reviews)); "great work life balance" ((in 31 reviews)); "everyone is willing to help you out" ((in 29 reviews)); "The company culture is great" ((in 24 reviews)); "Really care about their employees." ((in 22 reviews))

What are the cons of working at RLI according to real employee reviews?

"Lacks diversity at all levels" ((in 6 reviews))

What are the top reviewed RLI locations?

Peoria , Atlanta , Chicago , Tempe , Alpharetta , Dallas , Eagan , Phoenix , Honolulu , Bala Cynwyd , New York , Los Angeles , Broadview Heights , Peoria , Seattle , Saint Louis , Charlotte , Houston , Glastonbury , Morton , Springfield , Chesterfield , Syracuse , Lansing , Edmond , Sanford , Texas City , San Antonio , Cleveland , Columbus

RLI reviews

4.8

97% would recommend to a friend

(615 total reviews)

Craig W. Kliethermes

98% approve of CEO

96% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.9

Culture & values

4.7

Work/Life balance

4.7

Senior management

4.7

Compensation and benefits

4.6

Career opportunities

4.5

Diversity & inclusion

RLI has an employee rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 615 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The RLI employee rating is 35% above average for employers within the Insurance industry (3.6 stars).

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Reviews by job title

615 reviews

5.0

Sep 8, 2025

Outstanding Company

Actuary

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

*Strong culture which encourages employee growth. *ESOP supports employee ownership mentality. *Good work/life balance.

Cons

*Salary and bonuses tend to be a little less but the positive work environment makes up for that.

RLI Response

9mo

We’re glad to hear you value our culture, ownership mindset and work/life balance. Thank you for your feedback and we will keep striving to create an environment where employees can grow and thrive.

5.0

Sep 5, 2025

Proud to be part of RLI!

Analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

My only regret is not starting at RLI sooner! The people are supportive and collaborative, and the culture makes you feel truly valued. The ESOP creates a sense of ownership and pride, while the benefits and work-life balance are excellent. RLI also invests heavily in education and professional development, making it a place where you can grow your career with confidence. It’s the kind of company where I can genuinely see myself building a long career and staying until retirement.

Cons

No real cons! As a smaller company, RLI encourages you to take initiative and learn new skills. It’s a great way to take ownership and shine, though it may be challenging for those who prefer extensive training and structure.

RLI Response

10mo

Thank you for sharing your experience and for your enthusiasm about joining RLI. We’re glad you feel valued and supported and we appreciate your recognition of our culture, benefits and focus on professional growth.

5.0

Sep 5, 2025

The best place to work!

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The supportive and engaging culture is like no other place I've ever worked.

Cons

I cannot think of a single thing I would change.

RLI Response

10mo

Thank you for sharing your experience and for your many years with RLI. We’re glad you value the supportive culture and we appreciate your kind words for our leadership.

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