NM is the best employer in the country - Wealth Management Operations Northwestern Mutual Employee Review

5.0
Dec 17, 2009
Recommend
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Pros

NM is a company where people truly care about doing the right thing, from the top of the organization on down. Because we are not publicly held and are owned by the policyowners, we have the ability to make decisions for the long term. That affects how we use capital, how we develop employees, how we make day-to-day business decisions. I wouldn't own insurance from anyone else, and I wouldn't want to work anywhere else (though I have). NM will be around for the next 150 years and I'm proud to be a part of it.

Cons

Career movement can be a little slow, and sometimes the consensus-oriented decisionmaking can be frustrating. Our desire to do the right thing means that sometimes we take a long time deciding what to do. But having seen the alternative at other companies (who shoot from the hip and then are out of business), it's a small price to pay.

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Pros

Great team and community with opportunities to grow.

Cons

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5.0
Jun 17, 2026
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Pros

This internship has allowed me to get real world experience from the very beginning. I've learned how to use LinkedIn Recruiter, make scheduling and screening phone calls, and gotten to shadow the Director of Recruitment during interviews. Compared to other internships that I applied for, Northwestern Mutual has allowed me to have far more exposure to what a real career in recruiting could look like. The office has a great energy and culture, and I am able to participate in fun team events, like going to the Cardinals baseball game. As for career growth, I really admire the emphasis that Northwestern Mutual places on growth and development. Through my time spent around this company, I've been personally and professionally challenged to grow. I've been given books to read, attended leadership meetings, and been given the opportunity to dive deep into my strengths. The management here has encouraged me to explore and shadow different roles to help me make an informed decision about what kind of careers I want to pursue after graduation. Overall, I can't recommend this company enough! They are truly focused on serving their clients well, and developing employees to reach their full potential.

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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