How do employees rate National Life Group?

Employees rate National Life Group 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 407 anonymous reviews on Glassdoor.

How can I get a job at National Life Group?

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Do people recommend working at National Life Group?

Overall, 69% of employees would recommend working at National Life Group to a friend. This is based on 407 anonymously submitted reviews on Glassdoor.

How do job seekers rate their interview experience at National Life Group?

50% of job seekers rate their interview experience at National Life Group as positive. Candidates give an average difficulty score of 2.6 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) for their job interview at National Life Group.

How do employees rate the business outlook for National Life Group?

73% of employees think that National Life Group has a positive business outlook . This is based on anonymous employee reviews submitted on Glassdoor.

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National Life Group Snapshot

3.9

based on 407 ratings

69% would recommend to a friend

Mehran Assadi

73% approve of CEO

2 OfficesLocations

Mission Our Mission: To keep our promises.
Our Vision: To bring peace of mind to everyone we touch.
Our Values: Do good. Be good. Make good.

Description At National Life Group, we are a leading life insurance organization, working hard to fulfill our promises, protecting families, and delivering peace of mind in times of need. For over 175 years, our cause has centered around providing financial stability to millions in Middle America through our life insurance and annuity policies. Our values take us into the communities we serve, to Do Good for our families, associates, clients, and their families. We maintain two beautiful campuses, in Dallas, Texas, and Montpelier, Vermont.

Explore careers in life insurance with us and learn more about the employee experience through our Careers Page (https://careers.nationallife.com/)

Awards:
• Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award 2026
• #1 for Indexed Universal Life Insurance Sales.
• Ranked second for Best Whole Life Companies by The Wall Street Journal 2026
• 2025 Forbes Best Life Insurance Companies
• 2025 Ward’s 50 L&H Companies
• 2025 winner of the Datos IT Practice Impact Award

Financial strength ratings for National Life Insurance Company and Life Insurance Company of the Southwest as of 07/29/2025 are:
• A+ Strong – S&P Global Ratings 5th out of 21 ratings
• A+ Superior - A.M. Best 2nd out of 16 ratings
• A1 Good - Moody’s 5th out of 21 ratings

Ratings are subject to change.
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At National Life Group, our culture is a source of pride and connection for our associates, grounded in our core values: Do good, Be good, Make good. We intentionally invest in cultivating a workplace culture that reflects these values, creating a positive, inclusive, and purpose-driven experience for every employee.

“We are encouraged to bring our whole selves every day to work. For me, it’s a place where I know someone cares about my development, my success, and always has my back.” – Associate in Underwriting and Actuarial

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We are proud to share the latest financial strength rating of A+ (Superior) from A.M. Best, an independent rating agency. Why do these grades matter? They show National Life Group will be there for you when it matters most. This affirmation of our A+ rating reflects an assessment of National Life Group's balance sheet as being very strong, as well as showing strong operating performance. Disclaimer: Financial Strength Ratings for National Life Insurance Company and Life Insurance Company of the Southwest as of Aug. 12, 2025. A.M. Best - A+ (Superior) 2nd of 16 ratings. Ratings are subject to change....Show more

We are proud to share the latest financial strength rating of A+ (Superior) from A.M. Best, an independent rating agency. Why do these grades matter? They show National Life Group will be there for you when it matters most. This affirmation of our A+ rating reflects an assessment of National Life Group's balance sheet as being very strong, as well as showing strong operating performance. Disclaimer: Financial Strength Ratings for National Life Insurance Company and Life Insurance Company of the Southwest as of Aug. 12, 2025. A.M. Best - A+ (Superior) 2nd of 16 ratings. Ratings are subject to change.

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In response to catastrophic flooding that struck Texas this summer, National Life Group has donated $20,000 to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country's Kerr County Flood Relief Fund. The relief fund is dedicated to providing rescue, relief, and recovery services to the affected areas. National Life Group serves educators in many of the communities which have been directly impacted by the recent flooding and remains committed to supporting them during this difficult time. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4lCYz7l...Show more

In response to catastrophic flooding that struck Texas this summer, National Life Group has donated $20,000 to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country's Kerr County Flood Relief Fund. The relief fund is dedicated to providing rescue, relief, and recovery services to the affected areas. National Life Group serves educators in many of the communities which have been directly impacted by the recent flooding and remains committed to supporting them during this difficult time. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4lCYz7l

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A standout employee experience at National Life Group is our annual benefit concert, Do Good Fest. This year, we raised over $216,000 for the Vermont Foodbank, welcoming grammy-winning artists, local food trucks, and over 8,000 people to our back lawn. Whether volunteering or attending, many of our associates love to watch our Vermont campus transform into a festival ground and participate in taking action to end childhood hunger through this flagship event. Thank you to our passionate volunteers, who make Do Good Fest possible, and to all who attended and donated. Stay tuned to hear who will be performing at Do Good Fest in Texas....Show more

A standout employee experience at National Life Group is our annual benefit concert, Do Good Fest. This year, we raised over $216,000 for the Vermont Foodbank, welcoming grammy-winning artists, local food trucks, and over 8,000 people to our back lawn. Whether volunteering or attending, many of our associates love to watch our Vermont campus transform into a festival ground and participate in taking action to end childhood hunger through this flagship event. Thank you to our passionate volunteers, who make Do Good Fest possible, and to all who attended and donated. Stay tuned to hear who will be performing at Do Good Fest in Texas.

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National Life Group awards & accolades

2026 Best Whole Life Insurance Companies, The Wall Street Journal, 2026
2025 Best Insurance Mobile Application Award, The Web Marketing Association, 2026
2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, Gallup Organization, 2026
2025 Forbes Best Life Insurance Companies, Forbes, 2025
Ward 50 Top Performing Companies, Ward’s 50, 2025

Pledges & certifications

Veteran hiring commitment
Committed to helping America's military veterans find work
Pay equality pledge
Committed to paying equitably for equal work & experience
Career advancement program
Helping employees "upskill" into higher-paying positions
Social responsibility pledge
Formal programs or foundation to give back to communities
Diversity commitment
Has programs that support a diverse and inclusive workforce

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Jobs at National Life Group

Executive Assistant - Operations

After-Issue Quality Specialist

Payment Center Customer Service Rep

Email Security Engineer

Contact Center Escalations Associate

Employee reviews at National Life Group

National Life Group has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 407 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The National Life Group employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Insurance industry (3.6 stars).

Ratings by category

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.9

Culture & values

3.9

Career opportunities

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.7

Compensation and benefits

3.5

Senior management

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