Fueling individual and business success

Our success depends on a vibrant, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We pride ourselves on creating a workplace where individuals share ideas, tackle challenges, grow as leaders, and feel they belong. We prioritize stability, connection, and growth opportunities, making Northwestern Mutual a top destination for purpose-driven careers.

Empowering employees to develop their full potential

Among the many things that make Northwestern Mutual attractive is an employee and advisor experience that inspires pride, nurtures trust, values inclusion, supports growth, and drives high performance. This ensures we can attract and retain exceptional talent to fulfill our mission of relieving Americans from financial anxiety.

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Building a strong talent pipeline

Our clients reflect the growing American marketplace, and as their purchasing power and wealth grow, we work to grow right alongside them. Advancing financial security and maintaining industry-leading financial strength requires a workforce with a variety of experiences, backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives—reflecting the communities we serve.

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Creating community through inclusion

We ensure that our people are heard, feel a sense of belonging, and see themselves as valuable contributors—furthering their own and the company's success.

  • Nearly half of our employees participate in our employee resource groups which encourage networking, learning, and allyship across the company

  • Our Diversity and Inclusion Councils bring advisors together to advance Northwestern Mutual's vision and leverage inclusion as a business advantage

  • Our Field Advisory Councils offer valuable insights on inclusion efforts related to retention, professional development, and other advisor-facing initiatives

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