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Animal Friends Insurance

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The people care, but the company is rudderless. - Customer Service Agent Animal Friends Insurance Employee Review

3.0
8 Jan 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Friendly colleagues Raise money for charity

Cons

In response to genuine questions about health benefits, CEO answers 'Don't get sick' Disconnect between training given and actual procedures once on team Honestly couldn't tell you what most Team Leaders do all day. Don't have a diversity and inclusion policy - "working on it this year".

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Animal Friends Insurance Response
3y
Hi, Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback. We're sorry to hear about your experience with Animal Friends. One of our key focus areas is ensuring that we create and maintain a truly inclusive, diverse and equitable environment where everyone at Animal Friends feels welcomed and respected. We know this is a long-term project and there are no quick or easy answers, but we are passionate about removing every barrier we possibly can to drive positive change. The CEO would be happy to discuss the matter further if you would like to email details to peopleteam@animalfriends.co.uk and mark for the attention of Carrie. We appreciate all feedback as this allows us to continue to do more and go even further for our colleagues, so thank you for sharing this with us. We wish you all the best with your future career. Kind regards, Kate - Animal Friends Insurance

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2.0
2 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Flexible working, WFH/Remote upon request Team members at same level were generally supportive and helpful on a day-to-day basis. Opportunity to gain experience handling a high volume of calls and emails.

Cons

Poor and often inconsistent communication from management across the company. Limited career progression, with advancement not always appearing to be based on experience or performance. Consistently high workload, not just during peak periods as suggested by management. Lack of collaboration between departments, with teams operating in silos rather than working together. Very heavy micro-management, including strict monitoring of metrics such as emails per hour, call duration, hold time, and time spent on post-call notes. Hiring and promotion decisions sometimes appeared to be influenced by personal preference rather than merit. Policies around sickness, dependants leave, and emergency leave felt overly strict, with employees often scrutinised or penalised.

5.0
20 Apr 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Flexibility, Remote working, 9-day fortnight and nice colleagues.

Cons

Can get busy at times

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Animal Friends Insurance Response
1mo
Hi, Thank you for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review! We strive to provide a working environment in which our colleagues have access to new opportunities to shape a rewarding career path. We love hearing about your personal experience and it’s lovely to know you enjoy working at Animal Friends. It’s great to have you as part of the team! Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback. Kind regards Animal Friends
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