MetLife

43,000 Total Employees

Year Founded: 1868

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What's the Work-Life Balance Like at MetLife?

MetLife Employee Reviews

My colleagues have celebrated both my work and wedding anniversaries, which I have always appreciated. We’re there for each other to balance work and life and deliver on our promises to our customers as one team. MetLife is a special place in that way. We have this saying here that it’s All Together Possible. I see and feel that every day.

Naren Peri, Head of Data and Analytics, Hyderabad

I really enjoy that I can do my job, which I adore, in a flexible working environment, and still feel very connected to my leader and team. I imagine it can be hard to find that balance when teams work from home, but MetLife’s GCSO team is doing it right. We are constantly learning from one another, receive ongoing training to keep our skills and knowledge sharp, and are encouraged to just simply be ourselves.

Patricia Hixson, Senior Customer Care Advocate

What People Are Saying About MetLife

Remote or Hybrid Flexibility: Hybrid-by-default assignments with additional virtual flex days and some fully virtual roles expand day-to-day location flexibility where roles permit. On‑site, hybrid, and virtual work segments allow teams to align location practices to role requirements.
Time Off Access: U.S. policies provide paid time off, paid parental leave, bereavement, and a paid volunteer day to support disconnecting and personal needs. Standardized packages create predictable access to time away, subject to business needs and manager approval.
Wellbeing Programs: Comprehensive EAP, medical, and caregiver supports address stressors outside work and provide accessible help for employees and families. The company highlights mental‑health and caregiver guidance as part of its broader sustainability and benefits commitments.