Going downhill - Anonymous employee Northwestern Mutual Employee Review

3.0
Dec 19, 2018
Anonymous employee
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Pros

They pay for training, whether it is getting a designation, going to Home Office, or studying for the LAH, 6 & 63, etc. They are somewhat flexible with vacation. They are always open to you taking on more responsibility. You get your birthday off paid!

Cons

They restructured this year. A lot of staff have quit. Each person is now on 5+ departments- not optional. Everyone is stressed out. Staff is constantly reprimanded via email or in person- you never know when it's coming. The pay is ok but not great. I was promised bonuses when I was hired- not as many as I thought would be available. They preach one of their core values- mutual respect, but it doesn't always apply. There is a lot of favoritism. Not the great atmosphere it used to be.

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Cons

None, I've had a great experience! This is an environment of growth, so it can require moments of being challenged and stretched to do things outside your comfort zone. I could see some people being uncomfortable with growth, so it's not the environment for everyone! But if you are willing to lean in, it will make such an impact on your life.

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