Don't Think, Just Do What We Tell You - Auto Estimator bei Kemper: Mitarbeiterbewertung

2.0
7. Juli 2008
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Pros

Working in the claims department of any insurance company is almost always unpleasant, and Unitrin is no exception. If you must work for an insurance company, Unitrin Specialty is probably one of the best of a bad lot.

Kontras

In the last few years the company has gone from being a reasonably pleasant place to work to being a micro-managed nightmare. The company used to be results-oriented - i.e. - get the job done and they would leave you alone. It has now become process-oriented - the important thing now is to do everything exactly the way they want you to, whether or not it makes any sense or applies to the situation. We are constantly asked to do more and do it faster and faster, but all the changes they have made to the claims-handling process are things that increase handling time, not shorten it. The company motto seems to be "Think inside the box - better yet, don't think at all - just do what we tell you and don't ask why." The company seems to expect perfection, but acknowledges that they pay less than the competition. Speaking of pay, one of the stranger aspects of the company is that new hires start at whatever the existing employees are getting - no matter how long you work for the company you will never make more than the person they just hired. And, the company seems to have zero trust of their employees. Just getting a box of business cards requires the approval of 2 department heads, and getting reimbursed for any expense requires the approval of 5 people, including a senior vice-president. The company electronically monitors their employees so closely that it seems a bit Orwellian at times, and your performance is measured in more ways than you might think possible.

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5.0
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Pros

Solid work environment at Kemper

Kontras

Pay is lower than what I would have liked

1.0
3. Juli 2026
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Pros

Remote role, starting pay is $93k and the selection of benefits are great.

Kontras

As an experienced major loss adjuster with decades in the industry, I found this to be one of the most heavily micromanaged claims environments I have worked in. In my experience, file management was closely monitored with significant emphasis on diary compliance, activity metrics, documentation, and "clicks," leaving little opportunity to focus on thoughtful claim handling. The expected inventory was communicated to be approximately 150 to 175 exposures, which I found difficult to reconcile with the level of investigation, litigation management, and customer service expected on complex claims. Despite hiring experienced adjusters, there was virtually no autonomy in managing files, and independent claim judgment was significantly limited by constant oversight and administrative metrics. Training did not adequately prepare new adjusters to navigate the company's proprietary software, numerous internal policies, and complex coverage determinations, including issues involving unlisted drivers, unlisted vehicles, and policy cancellations for non-payment of premium. I found the performance standards and metrics to be unrealistic given the workload and the level of training provided. Management communication was frequent and often disruptive. In my experience, there were regular interruptions throughout the workday by phone calls, Teams messages, emails, and redundant diary reminders, making it difficult to maintain focus on complex claims. Expectations regarding video calls were also inconsistent. I was initially told that my attire during unscheduled video calls was not a concern, but later instructed to dress professionally at all times because supervisors could initiate video calls without notice. Although the company emphasizes inclusion and employee support, my experience was that management's actions did not always align with those values. After raising concerns through HR regarding management, I was placed on a Performance Improvement Plan shortly thereafter and ultimately my employment ended. That was my personal experience, and prospective employees should consider it when evaluating the company's culture. This position may be a good fit for individuals who are comfortable working in a highly structured, metrics-driven environment with constant management oversight. However, if you value professional judgment, autonomy, consistent expectations, and the ability to independently manage complex claims, my experience suggests this may not be the right environment.

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