Q&A With UL Solutions Employees
You have a unique opportunity to be part of a global team working toward a common goal to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place to live, work and play. Every day, thousands of UL colleagues wake up to fulfill this purpose. Our team of smart, skilled and collaborative professionals are dedicated to their crafts and our mission at large. UL is a place that offers big growth possibilities. We encourage pushing boundaries, active curiosity and asking the tough questions — both in your day-to-day life and as you grow your career with us. We know we’ll get great results this way, and you’ll be happier too, which is a win-win in our book.
How employees describe working at UL Solutions
Top heavy, lots of keywords used, money hungry, poor employee morale, claims there's not an employee retention issue
Good Company to start your career
Very cheap in every possible way.
Review from Customer Success Dept
A historical company with a great culture with integrity.
Their customer service must improve.
What it's like to work at UL Solutions
- UL Solutions employees generally work 9.1 hrs a day
- Employees at UL Solutions report the work pace is comfortably fast
- On a typical day, employees at UL Solutions have 1 meeting
- 90% of UL Solutions employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
- UL Solutions employees most often take 20-30 paid vacation and sick days each year
- 40% of UL Solutions employees report they are happy with their work life balance
- UL Solutions employees never get valuable feedback on how to improve at work
- 82% of UL Solutions employees call their work environment positive
Q&A With UL Solutions Employees
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What kind of people does UL Solutions like to hire?
People that align with our mission, vision, values, and are highly ethical.
Friends or connections of senior leadership
Professional, handworkers who can share our mission
What is the company mobility like at UL Solutions?
Depends on the function and hierarchy
Very challenging for women or PoC
What is the dress code at UL Solutions?
Top Employee Response
Attire is relaxed, but professional. In the lab, closed toe shoes and safety glasses are required. Most lab techs wear jeans.
Business casual
How's the vacation policy at UL Solutions?
Top Employee Response
3 weeks for most people
They provide a good number of vacation days, personal days(sick day), and holidays.
How does UL Solutions handle HR issues?
Poorly, depending on the HR person assigned to the issue. Very much lacking in empathy.
They're very quick, knowledgeable, and helpful with every situation that I've encountered with HR.
What kind of relocation or moving stipends does UL Solutions offer?
None
How are the career growth opportunities on the Marketing team at UL Solutions?
Poor to nonexistent unless you're really into internal politics and are on the 'favorites' list.
How often do promotions happen at UL Solutions?
Not that frequently unless you're a white male.
What does the ideal candidate in the Marketing department look like at UL Solutions?
Someone willing to put up with unclear goals and expectations; someone who likes leadership that lacks necessary vision and skills to translate that vision into results.
How would you compare interviewing at UL Solutions to other places you've interviewed?
Meh - not very exciting. Often scatter-shot.
What's the vibe like in the Admin dept at UL Solutions? How many hours are you working?
Divisional and corporate vibes between colleagues is great, their professionalism is unmatched.
What are the most important soft skills to be successful at UL Solutions?
Empathy
How can I get hired at UL Solutions as a recent grad?
Tap into local resources - your professors, handshake, local networks and professional association's.
How long after an interview at UL Solutions does it take to hear back?
Was same day for me after submitting my application.
What perk or benefit should UL Solutions have?
Continue the current hybrid model for its employees when applicable.
Does UL Solutions have a volunteer program?
Yes, yes they do and it's amazing! You are encouraged to volunteer in a variety of ways within your communities, make an impact globally, and even virtually. Here they believe in helping our fellow humans while protecting the planet. Best part...Volunteer Time Off
How's the leadership on the Marketing team at UL Solutions?
Meh
What is UL Solutions's internship program like?
They get to work jobs like everyone else and gets the same experience as full-time employees.
You have a banded the original charter of public safety. You have also abanded your pledge to protect consumers. The number of pres/vps and salaries should give pause to any leadership decisions.
who manages the 401K retirement accounts for UL, LLC employees?
How are the benefits at UL Solutions for employees in Engineering?
UL Solutions' Engineering team rates their overall benefits an A and most of them think the perks are Neutral. 81% of UL Solutions employees in Engineering say they are satisfied with their benefits. The majority of employees in Engineering also get 10-15 days of paid vacation, and most of them believe the cash value of their benefits is $500 -$1000/mo.
How's career growth and advancement at UL Solutions?
55% of the same employees also feel like UL Solutions is invested in their career growth. On average, majority of employees do not have a mentor to help them navigate their career at UL Solutions.
How are the managers in the Engineering department at UL Solutions?
UL Solutions' Engineering team rates their manager a B or 71/100 and the majority believe their manager truly cares about them as a person. The engineering team (57%) also feels pretty comfortable providing negative feedback directly to their boss.




