Run away, there are so many other options that are better - Vice President Penn Mutual Employee Review

1.0
Apr 9, 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

They have a nice leaders trip annually.

Cons

If you want to build your own practice, you will be surprised when you leave, as the local office will take over your clients and do everything thing they can to prohibit you from continuing your relationship with your clients. They practice the same game the big wire houses play with your clients when you leave, even though they say the clients are yours when you arrive, they are not. There is a small part in everyone's contract that now allows for Penn Mutual this ability to go after your clients and not reappoint you as an independent agent should you leave.

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5.0
Jun 9, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great benefits with continued improvements Fair salary Complete support of work life balance at all levels

Cons

Some business areas see very high work volumes with no additional staffing which causes burnout

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Penn Mutual Response
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Thank you for sharing your experience at Penn Mutual. We're glad to hear you appreciate our great benefits and the support for work-life balance. At Penn Mutual, we are guided by Our Shared Commitment to Care. Respect and Belonging. We're proud to see these values reflected in your experience. Thank you for being part of our journey.
3.0
Apr 17, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Base salary is standard within the industry and the benefits package is strong. The annual bonus is a genuine differentiator in total compensation. The work itself offered real opportunities to build technical skills, particularly for those in data and analytics roles, with access to projects that should have a meaningful business impact.

Cons

Organizational restructuring has been a recurring theme, creating uncertainty around team stability and long-term role security. Communication from senior leadership during periods of change was inconsistent, making it difficult to plan or feel confident in the direction of the company. Employees may find themselves in limbo when priorities shift at the leadership level.

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Penn Mutual Response
2mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience while working at Penn Mutual. We’re glad to hear that you valued our competitive bonus structure and growth opportunities. We appreciate your feedback regarding communication during times of change, and we welcome you to connect with a member of our HR team if you wish to discuss your feedback further. Thank you.
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