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

First Command Financial Services has an overall rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on over 633 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 1% over the last 12 months. 87% of employees would recommend working at First Command Financial Services to a friend and 88% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about First Command Financial Services have been left by employees working as District Advisor , Financial Advisor and Administrative Assistant .

Does First Command Financial Services pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, First Command Financial Services employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at First Command Financial Services. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at First Command Financial Services?

87% of First Command Financial Services employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated First Command Financial Services 4.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.6 for culture and values and 4.3 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?

"Great people and you are appreciated" ((in 41 reviews)); "The culture here is great" ((in 40 reviews)); "Benefits are great" ((in 23 reviews)); "great training and place to start" ((in 21 reviews)); "Great leadership and mentors to guide you" ((in 16 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 18 reviews)); "Focus on whole life insurance when this may not be the best option for all clients." ((in 17 reviews)); "Poor Management & lack of employee motivation" ((in 14 reviews)); "Low salary provided by organisation" ((in 9 reviews)); "Commission and compensation is confusing." ((in 9 reviews))

What are employees saying about First Command Financial Services layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about First Command Financial Services layoffs and their outlook for job security at First Command Financial Services in 2026.

What are the top reviewed First Command Financial Services locations?

Fort Worth , Colorado Springs , San Antonio , Dallas-Fort Worth , San Diego , Annapolis , Charleston , Mount Laurel , Austin , Orlando , Oak Brook , Alexandria , Dallas , Oceanside , Pensacola , Tampa , Evans , Colonial Heights , Woodbridge , Saint Robert , Anchorage , Papillion , Lawton , Oklahoma City , Washington , Fayetteville , Biloxi , Clarksville , Aurora , Lakewood

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First Command Financial Services reviews

4.4

87% would recommend to a friend

(576 total reviews)

Mark Steffe

92% approve of CEO

88% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.6

Culture & values

4.6

Diversity & inclusion

4.3

Work/Life balance

4.3

Senior management

4.3

Career opportunities

4.1

Compensation and benefits

First Command Financial Services has an employee rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 576 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The First Command Financial Services employee rating is 22% above average for employers within the Financial Services industry (3.6 stars).

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576 reviews

5.0

Aug 26, 2025

Best Place To Work At

Administrative assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Schedule Flexibility Helping Others Family Oriented

Cons

Lack of medical/dental benefits for support staff Lack of advancement opportunities for support staff

First Command Financial Services Response

10mo

Thank you for your long-standing service and for highlighting the flexibility and family-oriented culture you’ve experienced. We’re proud to support Advisors who create positive, mission-driven environments like the one you describe. While Administrative Assistants and support staff are vital to First Command offices, each Financial Advisor operates as an independent business owner and therefore makes individual decisions regarding benefits and advancement opportunities for their team members. This means offerings such as medical, dental, and vision can vary by location. We appreciate your feedback and your role in serving our military families.

5.0

Aug 26, 2025

Best Corporate Environment I've Ever Worked In!

Learning operations partner

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Fun corporate culture Solid mission & core values Friendly employees Great facilities Supportive management & team members Awesome total rewards & perks

Cons

None to speak on at this time

First Command Financial Services Response

10mo

Thank you for your kind words and for being part of our mission. We’re thrilled you feel supported by our culture, values, and leadership. Your note about psychological safety and transparency reinforces what we strive to cultivate across every team. We’re so glad you’re here.

5.0

Aug 22, 2025

Most Rewarding Career

District advisor

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

-Get to help military families live the life they deserve -You are in control of your schedule -Get paid your worth, you control compensation -Sharing stories and experiences with military families is awesome

Cons

-Pay is not guaranteed but not a concern if you truly care about your/our mission -Humans...they are fascinating. Know they should do "x" but won't because Starbucks. Can only help those who want to be helped! -If interacting with humans is not your thing, may have difficulty

First Command Financial Services Response

10mo

Thank you for your long-standing commitment and for bringing passion to our mission. Your insight into working with military families, and the reminder that this career is as much about heart as it is about discipline, is incredibly meaningful. We appreciate your advice to keep the client experience efficient and compliant, and we’re proud to have professionals like you leading the way.

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