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    Found 3494 reviews

    3.8
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    62%
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    91%
    Approve of CEO
    Northwestern Mutual CEO John E. Schlifske
    John E. Schlifske
    1339 Ratings
    Top CEOs 2019
    Pros

    • "Backed by a giving company who cares about their employees and provide great training and development" (in 208 reviews)

    • "Great people who care, flexible schedule, opportunity to grow and have impact" (in 206 reviews)

    Cons
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    1. Featured Review
      Helpful (4)

      "Great place to learn and grow"

      StarStarStarStarStar
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      • Senior Management
      Current Employee - Associate Financial Representative 
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I have been working at Northwestern Mutual part-time for less than a year

      Pros

      Great team atmosphere Great training experience Fair pay

      Cons

      There are no cons, my experience has been amazing

      Northwestern Mutual2019-05-21

    2. "Great place to work"

      StarStarStarStarStar
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      Current Employee - Financial Advisor in New York, NY
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I have been working at Northwestern Mutual full-time for more than 5 years

      Pros

      Lots of support and opportunity for growth.

      Cons

      Have to acquire your own clients

      Northwestern Mutual2019-08-19
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    3. Helpful (1)

      "Unbelievable and Unmatched Opportunity for Those with Growth and Entrepreneurial Mindsets"

      StarStarStarStarStar
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      • Senior Management
      Current Employee - Financial Advisor in Edina, MN
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I have been working at Northwestern Mutual full-time for more than a year

      Pros

      Ability to earn whatever income you want if you put in the work, all while helping individuals that you want to work with achieve financial security. The opportunity for personal growth and development is immense here. This job allows you to be a business owner with the resources of a Fortune 100 company and guidance of leadership and many senior advisors. Northwestern Mutual offers top-line products on the market.

      Cons

      Stressful job that requires years of very challenging upfront activity and learning. Must learn to handle rejection on a regular basis, as well as the natural ebbs and flows of a sales cycle.

      Northwestern Mutual2019-08-16

    4. "Good company"

      StarStarStarStarStar
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      Current Employee - Financial Representative 

      I have been working at Northwestern Mutual full-time

      Pros

      -Huge earning potential -Good management -Fun, youthful culture -Great training program

      Cons

      -Very difficult career -Delayed gratification -Must be comfortable selling and prospecting

      Northwestern Mutual2019-08-17

    5. "Incredibly Hard Work, Incredibly High Payout"

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      Current Employee - Associate Financial Advisor in Los Angeles, CA
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I have been working at Northwestern Mutual full-time for more than a year

      Pros

      supportive office -- feels like a family. Same thing from Home Office -- very supportive, lots of training available, specialists available for any range of needs from tech to financial. Community awareness and nonprofit support throughout the year available and employees are active.

      Cons

      Very long hours. Advisors that succeed works as long as it take to do so, and so do the teams. Stressful work as well. You don't have to be a genius, but definitely need to be detail-oriented. There is rarely an item that isn't of critical importance when it comes to other peoples finances -- so, when successful, you're juggling a constant influx of critical tasks. Apparently this all pays out in a slower work life down...

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      Northwestern Mutual2019-08-06
    6. Helpful (5)

      "Not for the experienced"

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      Former Employee - IT Manager in Milwaukee, WI
      Doesn't Recommend
      Neutral Outlook
      Disapproves of CEO

      I worked at Northwestern Mutual full-time for more than 10 years

      Pros

      Nice facilities, free lunch, new technology Booted Emilia S. (good luck KKR, you're gonna need it)

      Cons

      Blatant Age Discrimination. Layoffs hit over age 40 and majority were outstanding performers. (EEOC violation?) Massive outsourcing (India) - transient workforce, not dedicated. "Lord of the Flies Culture" replaced "do the right thing" culture.

      Advice to Management

      "Ed has taught not just me, but all of us, the power of being transparent," Schlifske said. Asked what he would hope to be remembered for when his time to retire comes, Schlifske said: leaving the company in better shape than when he started; maintaining its level of excellence; continuing to nurture leadership from within; and preserving the culture. Jsonline May 29, 2010 Nope, not even close.

      Northwestern Mutual2019-08-12

    7. "The best company with the best upside!"

      StarStarStarStarStar
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      • Senior Management
      Current Employee - Financial Advisor in Los Angeles, CA
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I have been working at Northwestern Mutual full-time for more than 3 years

      Pros

      You are completely rewarded for the work that you put in! The upside is unlimited. You own your business with the amazing support of a top notch company and management team!

      Cons

      You need to be willing to work hard upfront to gain the flexibility that is very worth it!!

      Northwestern Mutual2019-08-03

    8. "Thank you Glassdoor"

      StarStarStarStarStar
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      Current Employee - Financial Representative in Los Angeles, CA
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I have been working at Northwestern Mutual full-time for less than a year

      Pros

      Great products & reputation. High upside earning potential

      Cons

      Difficult getting started because it’s 100% commission

      Northwestern Mutual2019-08-02

    9. "Good"

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      Current Employee - Operations Assistant in Cincinnati, OH
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I have been working at Northwestern Mutual full-time for less than a year

      Pros

      able to advance, good head office for help

      Cons

      Every rep is different so you’ll have a different experience

      Northwestern Mutual2019-08-02

    10. "Good pay"

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      Former Employee - Front Desk 
      Doesn't Recommend
      Neutral Outlook

      I worked at Northwestern Mutual full-time for more than 3 years

      Pros

      Good pay and benefits, make great friends for life

      Cons

      Not challenging, repetitive duties, micromanagement

      Northwestern Mutual2019-08-15
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