Culture

At RLI, every employee is empowered to make a difference.

At RLI, our talent distinguishes us and makes us different. We hire smart people, including the best underwriters in the business, and then give them the resources and freedom to drive growth and benefit from that growth.

Our innovative, specialty products exceed customer expectations and satisfy demands where other insurance companies do not compete. We strive to build relationships by working quickly and proactively, solving difficult problems, and finding new and different ways to meet the needs of everyone we serve.

What makes RLI different

Our remarkable people. Our people are among the smartest and most knowledgeable in the business. They are experts at building relationships that last with our brokers and customers by providing outstanding service and creating ideal coverages with competitive premiums.

Our underwriting philosophy. We seek underserved niches in the marketplace and provide coverages that meet very specific customer needs. We eliminate unnecessary bureaucracy, give our underwriters authority and share the profits.

Our proven financial strength. We consistently deliver profit to our shareholders and are rated A+ “Superior” by A.M. Best Company and A+ “Strong” by Standard and Poor’s.

Our entrepreneurial culture. We recruit the most talented people in the business and then give them the freedom to try new things, to adapt and move quickly, to be nimble and flexible, and to explore new business opportunities.

Our shared rewards. We reward excellence, providing everyone with the opportunity to share in the financial success of the company.