Is First Command Financial Services a good company to work for as a Financial Advisor Associate?

Financial Advisor Associate professionals working at First Command Financial Services have rated their employer with 4.4 out of 5 stars in 141 Glassdoor reviews. This is an average score with the overall rating of First Command Financial Services employees being 4.4 out of 5 stars. Search open Financial Advisor Associate Jobs at First Command Financial Services now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Financial Advisor Associate interview questions at First Command Financial Services .

Does First Command Financial Services pay Financial Advisor Associate employees well?

Financial Advisor Associate professionals rate their compensation and benefits at First Command Financial Services with 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 141 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is equal to the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about Financial Advisor Associate salaries at First Command Financial Services.

How happy are Financial Advisor Associate professionals working at First Command Financial Services?

81% of Financial Advisor Associate employees at First Command Financial Services would recommend their employer to a friend. This rating has increased by 6% in the past 12 months. Financial Advisor Associate professionals have also rated First Command Financial Services with a 4.0 rating for work-life-balance, 4.7 rating for diversity and inclusion, 4.7 rating for culture and values and 4.4 rating for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at First Command Financial Services?

Financial Advisor (158) , Administrative Assistant (42) , District Advisor (13) , Advisor (7) , Financial Advisor Trainee (6) , Office Manager (6) , Vice President (6) , Intern (5) , Marketing (5) , Trader (5) , Director (4) , Executive Assistant (4) , Accountant (3) , Associate Director (3) , Customer Service Representative (3)

What are the pros of working at First Command Financial Services according to real employee reviews?

"The culture here is great" ((in 45 reviews)); "Great people and you are appreciated" ((in 42 reviews)); "Great training to get licensed and started in the industry." ((in 23 reviews)); "Benefits are good" ((in 23 reviews)); "Great leadership and mentors to guide you" ((in 19 reviews))

What are the cons of working at First Command Financial Services according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay Mediocre benefits Pay Increases / Merit raises" ((in 17 reviews)); "Focus on whole life insurance when this may not be the best option for all clients." ((in 15 reviews)); "Poor Management & lack of employee motivation" ((in 15 reviews)); "Low salary provided by organisation" ((in 11 reviews)); "Commission and compensation is confusing." ((in 11 reviews))

First Command Financial Services Financial Advisor Associate reviews

4.4

81% would recommend to a friend

(141 total reviews)

Mark Steffe

92% approve of CEO

87% positive business outlook

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Financial Advisor Associate employees have rated First Command Financial Services with 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 141 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Financial Advisor Associate professionals have an excellent working experience there. First Command Financial Services is rated 22% above average by Financial Advisor Associate professionals compared to other employers within the Financial Services industry (3.6 stars).

Reviews by job title

141 reviews

4.0

Aug 5, 2021

Great Company

Financial advisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great team and good people with plenty of incentives and bonuses

Cons

Six months of salary before you go independent. Got to have a vast network of people ready to commit to being your client because you only have six months to build your business.

First Command Financial Services Response

4y

Thank you for taking time to share your positive experience. First Command seeks to attract and retain talented people by providing Advisors with opportunities to enhance their professional knowledge and develop leadership skills. As you note, our Advisors do face some challenges in growing their business, but they also enjoy many opportunities. One of our most valuable offerings is the Fast Start program, which provides intense professional development to prepare new people for success as independent Advisors. Some of the benefits of that program include paying new Advisors during the training period and offering a full array of employee benefits. Through the program, our Advisors learn how to build and grow their own business, serve new clients and provide quality, face-to-face financial coaching. They learn how to coach our clients to become financially disciplined and confident in their pursuit of financial security. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

5.0

Jul 16, 2021

Faboulus Culture!

Financial advisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

After retiring from the Army, I was nervous that I would be unable to find the same culture and feel as the Military. First Command has similar values, culture, and work ethic. I am extremely proud to work for First Command.

Cons

As a Financial Advisor, you are a small business owner. This comes with unlimited opportunities, but also the opportunity to fail!

First Command Financial Services Response

4y

Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences as a First Command Financial Advisor. The mission of the company is incredibly important to our Advisors. They tell us that one of the most compelling elements of this career is the opportunity to serve military personnel and their families in a meaningful way. Four out of five First Command Financial Advisors come from the ranks of veterans and military spouses. For these Advisors, the career is about serving those who serve through quality, face-to-face financial coaching. Our Advisors go through an extensive training program designed to equip them to succeed as independent contractors. They learn how to coach our clients to become financially disciplined and confident in their pursuit of financial security. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

5.0

Jul 14, 2021

Rewarding Career

Financial advisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The company genuinely cares about the clients we serve.

Cons

Hard work and discipline are required.

First Command Financial Services Response

4y

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience as a First Command Financial Advisor. The mission of the company is incredibly important to our Advisors. They tell us that one of the most compelling elements of this career is the opportunity to serve military personnel and their families in a meaningful way. Our Advisors go through an extensive training program designed to equip them to succeed as independent contractors. Advisors learn how to build and grow their own business, serve new clients and provide quality, face-to-face financial coaching. Through this hard work and dedication, they learn how to coach our clients to become financially disciplined and confident in their pursuit of financial security. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

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