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      Northwestern Mutual

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      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

      Ratings by demographic groups

      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

      I OWE THE LIFE I HAVE TODAY TO THIS COMPANY

      Wealth management advisor
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      My 15 year career at Northwestern Mutual has given me everything I could have wanted from a career - huge interpersonal impact, schedule freedom, and phenomenal income. I feel that, for the right person, there is no better opportunity in America.

      Cons

      If you are not prepared to work, compete, and advocate for your clients to the point of occasional exhaustion — and become an optimized version of yourself — this is not for you.

      5.0
      May 6, 2026

      Incredible impact and support, but requires strong motivation

      Financial advisor
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      The impact, independence, and impact you can create for yourself, family, and clients is unattainable in any other firm in America. This career is difficult, but there are people that will wrap their arms around you to ensure your success.

      Cons

      Your effort drives your success, the career isn’t for those that aren’t intrinsically motivated.

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