Does Western National Insurance pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Western National Insurance employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Western National Insurance. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Western National Insurance?

92% of Western National Insurance employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Western National Insurance 4.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.3 for culture and values and 4.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Western National Insurance?

Software Developer (4) , Underwriter (4) , Underwriting Associate (4) , Business Analyst (2) , Claims Adjuster (2) , Claims Representative (2) , Management (2) , Manager (2) , Senior Commercial Underwriter (2) , Senior Software Developer (2) , Underwriting Support Specialist (2)

What are the pros of working at Western National Insurance according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits were great and co" ((in 21 reviews)); "Great work/life balance" ((in 14 reviews)); "The people I work with are great and respectful." ((in 11 reviews)); "The company has a great culture in my opinion." ((in 9 reviews)); "Exceptional work/life balance, great benefits, accessible management, really active employee group setting up fun events, arranging food trucks in the parking lot, March Madness, and healthy water/snacks." ((in 8 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Western National Insurance according to real employee reviews?

"Pay is average... could be higher since Seattle is a HCOL city and company performs well." ((in 8 reviews)); "Insurance isnt always the most glamorous but the technology is fairly good for this industry." ((in 3 reviews)); "Incredibly boring, absent raises, absent leadership and training." ((in 3 reviews)); "Upper management touts this as being a technology company that believes in agile principles, but has become increasingly controlling and obstructionist over the past year." ((in 3 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Western National Insurance locations?

Edina , Seattle , Minneapolis , Anchorage , Bloomington , Peotone , Wendell , Saint Paul , Pfingsten

Western National Insurance reviews

4.2

92% would recommend to a friend

(109 total reviews)

Rick Long

95% approve of CEO

91% positive business outlook

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Western National Insurance has an employee rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars, based on 109 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Western National Insurance employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Insurance industry (3.6 stars).

Reviews by job title

109 reviews

5.0

Aug 16, 2017

Nice Mid-Sized Company

Analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The company really cares about its customers and employees. The company prides itself on being the relationship company and this starts at the top with the CEO walking around the building and talking with people on a regular basis.

Cons

There are some great managers and some not so good managers - but that is found in most company. Like many insurance companies, the technology is lagging.

Western National Insurance Response

8y

Thank you for the great review! We’re glad to hear you’ve had a positive experience working at Western National. We also appreciate your feedback on areas where we can improve as we continue to look at ways to provide an even better experience for our employees.

5.0

May 28, 2017

Good direction, great opportunities

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Western National Insurance has been a great place to work for the 10+ years I've been with the company. Among the 'pros' of my personal experience: - Advancement opportunities: The company has made an effort, especially recently, to develop clear career paths that reward hard work and initiative. They also offer a generous continuing education program that provides financial reimbursement for industry courses, which gives employees even more support to move along those career paths. - Above-average benefits, especially on the health insurance front. - Highly competent senior leadership, who have guided the company to an A+ rating (as of May 2017) and above-average financial performance for over a decade. They ask the right questions and set the right course. As an employee, I feel like Western National is a highly secure, well-run place to work. - Solid work-life balance: Most employees are able to work a standard Monday - Friday schedule without significant overtime/weekend work. The starting Paid Time Off balance is generous. - The company's Paid Day of Volunteer Time policy has been a really great way to take some time away from the office and use it in service of local non-profits.

Cons

Especially in the earlier part of my time at Western National, the company culture was slower to adapt to change; though an influx of new employees and new programs around change management have helped turn the tide. The company has occasionally been more slow in adapting its technology, and only recently put significant resources into its wellbeing programs, but both of these seem to be areas of stronger focus now.

Western National Insurance Response

9y

This is great to hear! We’re glad you enjoy working at Western National and believe the company continues to move in a positive direction. We agree! Thank you for your detailed review and for your years of contribution to Western National.

5.0

May 22, 2017

Prefer not to say

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Just a great place to come to work, and stay for a career. Big enough company to allow growth of career, small enough that you can make a difference. I love the personal touch from executive suite on down, CEO is on a first name basis with everyone

Cons

Tough to come up with cons. I guess a work out facility or at least a good locker room shower facility would be nice. Maybe a better cafeteria.

Western National Insurance Response

9y

Thank you for your excellent review and for being a member of the Western National team! We’re glad to hear you feel like your work makes a difference. It does! We’re exploring the facilities at our new office space and will keep your feedback in mind.

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Jobs at Western National Insurance

Underwriting Associate I (Trainee Program)

Underwriting Associate I (Trainee Program)

Workers’ Compensation Claims Specialist

Senior Business Analyst

Product Implementation Manager