Is First Command Financial Services a good company to work for?

First Command Financial Services has an overall rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on over 635 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 88% of employees would recommend working at First Command Financial Services to a friend and 89% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about First Command Financial Services have been left by employees working as District Advisor , Financial Advisor and Administrative Assistant .

Does First Command Financial Services pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, First Command Financial Services employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at First Command Financial Services. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at First Command Financial Services?

88% of First Command Financial Services employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated First Command Financial Services 4.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.6 for culture and values and 4.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at First Command Financial Services?

Financial Advisor (158) , Administrative Assistant (42) , District Advisor (13) , Advisor (7) , Financial Advisor Trainee (6) , Office Manager (6) , Vice President (6) , Intern (5) , Marketing (5) , Trader (5) , Director (4) , Executive Assistant (4) , Accountant (3) , Associate Director (3) , Customer Service Representative (3)

What are the pros of working at First Command Financial Services according to real employee reviews?

"Great people and you are appreciated" ((in 38 reviews)); "The culture here is great" ((in 38 reviews)); "Benefits are good" ((in 22 reviews)); "They also have great training on the Federal Employee market." ((in 21 reviews)); "Great leadership and mentors to guide you" ((in 17 reviews))

What are the cons of working at First Command Financial Services according to real employee reviews?

"Pay is low compared to industry averages" ((in 18 reviews)); "It was clear from day one that the only thing they want you to sell is whole life insurance." ((in 15 reviews)); "Poor Management & lack of employee motivation" ((in 13 reviews)); "Low salary provided by organisation" ((in 11 reviews)); "Long hours while building your business" ((in 7 reviews))

What are employees saying about First Command Financial Services layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about First Command Financial Services layoffs and their outlook for job security at First Command Financial Services in 2026.

What are the top reviewed First Command Financial Services locations?

Fort Worth , Colorado Springs , San Antonio , Dallas-Fort Worth , San Diego , Annapolis , Charleston , Mount Laurel , Austin , Orlando , Oak Brook , Alexandria , Dallas , Oceanside , Pensacola , Tampa , Evans , Colonial Heights , Woodbridge , Saint Robert , Anchorage , Papillion , Lawton , Oklahoma City , Washington , Fayetteville , Biloxi , Clarksville , Aurora , Lakewood

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First Command Financial Services reviews

4.4

88% would recommend to a friend

(578 total reviews)

Mark Steffe

92% approve of CEO

89% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.6

Culture & values

4.5

Diversity & inclusion

4.3

Work/Life balance

4.3

Career opportunities

4.2

Senior management

4.0

Compensation and benefits

First Command Financial Services has an employee rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 578 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The First Command Financial Services employee rating is 22% above average for employers within the Financial Services industry (3.6 stars).

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5.0

Jan 7, 2026

A Professional Home Away From Home

Director, enterprise architecture

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Pros

Working at First Command has been an incredible experience, especially as someone who moved from Sweden to Texas. Transitioning to a new country and career at the same time can be daunting, but the environment here made it seamless. What stands out most is the authentic and inclusive culture. It isn’t just "corporate speak"—the First Command family is genuinely enthusiastic about what they do and focused on doing it with the highest level of professionalism while keeping it down to earth and humble. The work environment is excellent, striking a perfect balance between being high-achieving and deeply supportive. If you are looking for a workplace that values transparency and offers a truly great culture, I can’t recommend First Command enough. It has been the perfect place to start my American professional journey. It might even be where I end my professional journey.

Cons

Coffee could taste more like...coffee

First Command Financial Services Response

6mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience and the benefits of a career with First Command. We are committed to creating and sustaining a culture that inspires our employees and makes them feel appreciated and part of the First Command family. We value your feedback and thank you for telling your story.

4.0

Jul 13, 2026

Enjoy project agency, but tech lags behind

Information security engineer

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Pros

Smaller company which gives you agency over your own projects

Cons

Tech is always a year behind

First Command Financial Services Response

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're glad to hear you've enjoyed the opportunity to take ownership of projects and make an impact in a smaller-company environment. We also appreciate your feedback regarding our technology. Input like yours helps us identify areas for improvement, and we'll be sure to share your comments with our leadership team. Thank you for your contributions and for being part of the First Command team.

5.0

Jul 6, 2026

Strong Mission and Collaborative Culture with Opportunities to Influence Change

Product manager

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Pros

* Having a mission-driven company with a meaningful customer group gives a sense of purpose. * The Employee Stock Option Program (ESOP) gives a common goal throughout the company, which cuts back on the corporate politics I've encountered at other companies. * Leadership is investing in modernization, so being able to help update mature processes leaves an opportunity to make an impact. * Company culture generally values personal improvement, offering investments in personal training and goals that feel supportive of one's career.

Cons

* Decision-making can be slower than in less regulated industries. Although necessary, the combination of compliance, legal review, governance, etc. can make things feel like the move slow for someone accustomed to nimble decision making. * Modernization requires patience and employees have to manage expectations of timeline on some of the corporate improvements.

First Command Financial Services Response

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at First Command. We appreciate your thoughtful feedback and are glad to hear that our mission, employee ownership culture, and focus on professional development have contributed positively to your experience. It's also encouraging to know that you've found opportunities to make an impact through modernization efforts and process improvements. We also appreciate your perspective on decision-making timelines and the pace of organizational change. As a highly regulated industry, balancing innovation with compliance and governance is an important responsibility, and we understand that can sometimes require additional patience. Feedback like yours helps us continue evaluating how we can improve while maintaining the standards our clients and employees expect. We’ll be sure to share your comments with our leadership team.

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