Northwestern Mutual reviews

4.0

70% would recommend to a friend

(8,235 total reviews)

Timothy J. Gerend

94% approve of CEO

73% positive business outlook

Northwestern Mutual has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 8,235 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Northwestern Mutual employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Financial Services industry (3.8 stars).

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8K reviews
5.0
May 6, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Incredible culture. It’s a purpose-driven company that always does the right thing for its clients. A special place where you will continuously grow as a person.

Cons

It’s a really difficult industry to get started in but NM is the best when it comes to providing training and resources. And there’s no better career in America.

5.0
May 6, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Grown me professionally and personally. This company has felt like a true family. They push and support me. I get to watch this company truly change lives through the way they connect and direct their clients and it is beautiful to see.

Cons

Sometime it can be a challenging industry. It’s hard work but it that makes it more rewarding, as well.

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