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 75 reviews)); "Everyone is friendly and helpful." ((in 28 reviews)); "The company culture is great" ((in 24 reviews)); "Good management" ((in 22 reviews)); "Great work environment and people" ((in 18 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

(105 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

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105 reviews

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5.0

Aug 26, 2025

Good Place To Work

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Everyone is friendly and helpful. Good emphasis on training and providing employees with resources to acquire knowledge and improve performance.

Cons

No cons come to mind.

RLI Response

9mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We’re happy to hear you value the supportive environment and the training resources that help employees grow at RLI.

5.0

Aug 25, 2025

Great company to work for!

Underwriter

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The people and culture are the best. RLI has high expectations for employees and hires a skilled workforce to meet those expectations. Quality employees. RLI has a great benefits program and I feel I'm compensated well. Lots of fun perks throughout the year.

Cons

None that I can think of.

RLI Response

9mo

Thank you for sharing your experience and for highlighting the people, culture and benefits that make RLI a great place to work. We appreciate your feedback and are glad you feel supported and well compensated.

5.0

Aug 25, 2025

Wonderful Place to Work

Senior underwriter

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

ESOP company with a strong, collaborative, professional, and friendly culture. Competitive pay, strong bonus plans, retirement contributions are great, and autonomy to manage your own work without being micromanaged.

Cons

None that apply to me.

RLI Response

9mo

Thank you for your kind review and for recognizing the culture and support at RLI. We’re glad you are here and appreciate your feedback.

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