Is The Nature Conservancy a good company to work for?

The Nature Conservancy has an overall rating of 3.8 out of 5, based on over 1,153 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months. 72% of employees would recommend working at The Nature Conservancy to a friend and 64% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about The Nature Conservancy have been left by employees working as Donor Relations Manager , Intern and Conservation Practitioner .

Does The Nature Conservancy pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, The Nature Conservancy employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at The Nature Conservancy. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at The Nature Conservancy?

72% of The Nature Conservancy employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated The Nature Conservancy 4.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at The Nature Conservancy?

Intern (36) , Director (29) , Associate Director of Development (16) , Project Manager (15) , Donor Relations Manager (12) , Conservation Practitioner (10) , Manager (10) , Program Coordinator (10) , Program Director (10) , Coordinator (8) , Operations Coordinator (8) , Program Manager (8) , Scientist (8) , Associate Director (7) , Especialista (7)

What are the pros of working at The Nature Conservancy according to real employee reviews?

"Most of the people are great and very smart and care about the mission." ((in 118 reviews)); "great benefits for a non profit" ((in 98 reviews)); "Conservation impact; many great colleagues to learn from; global impact" ((in 62 reviews)); "Great work/life balance" ((in 39 reviews)); "Wonderful mission and great staff." ((in 36 reviews))

What are the cons of working at The Nature Conservancy according to real employee reviews?

"The leadership at my team is toxic." ((in 29 reviews)); "The organization refuses to address poor management." ((in 24 reviews)); "Tout a 7 hour work day which I guess is supposed to balance the low salaries." ((in 23 reviews)); "It’s easy for bad managers to hide in the bureaucracy here." ((in 15 reviews)); "Clear and blatant favoritism." ((in 6 reviews))

What are employees saying about The Nature Conservancy layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about The Nature Conservancy layoffs and their outlook for job security at The Nature Conservancy in 2026.

What are the top reviewed The Nature Conservancy locations?

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3.8

72% would recommend to a friend

(869 total reviews)

Jennifer Morris

84% approve of CEO

64% positive business outlook

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4.1

Work/Life balance

3.8

Compensation and benefits

3.7

Culture & values

3.7

Diversity & inclusion

3.3

Career opportunities

3.2

Senior management

The Nature Conservancy has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 869 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The The Nature Conservancy employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Nonprofit & NGO industry (3.7 stars).

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869 reviews

3.0

Jan 28, 2026

OK workplace

Associate director of development

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CEO approval

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Pros

Colleagues are intelligent, truly dedicated to conservation, and most are strong collaborators. Salaries are competitive. Strong work-life balance with Nature Fridays (off every Friday).

Cons

Leadership is hit or miss. Some managers lack basic core competencies, and professional development only happens if you are well-liked by the hiring manager. Lots of microaggressions. Some colleagues have been there for many years (10+), but they really seem to be coasting in their careers. This could be a pro because it's a great workplace to work until retirement, but it does give old guard.

The Nature Conservancy Response

4mo

We appreciate you taking the time to let us know your experience at TNC. Good to hear you enjoyed the benefits we have to offer, and working with our dedicated staff members. We have a saying here that you come for the mission and stay for the people. We'd love to chat more about your concerns. Please feel free to reach out to us at recruiting@tnc.org.

5.0

Sep 14, 2025

Lots of meetings but very rewarding

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

There are so many cool opportunities to be outdoors even if your job is not directly involved with field work. The people are super cool and nice. Great pro discounts to outdoorsy websites. Can opt into a 35 hour work week with either every other Friday off or half day Fridays.

Cons

SO. MANY. MEETINGS! Lots and lots of online meetings.

The Nature Conservancy Response

9mo

We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear you are enjoying the benefits we have to offer and your time at TNC! Please reach out to us at recruiting@tnc.org for any further feedback.

2.0

May 17, 2025

Toxic management

Advisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Technically strong, passionate scientists and conservationists who are experts in their fields.

Cons

Management is clueless and will throw you under the bus in a minute.

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