Longbridge Financial, LLC (Longbridge Financial), a leading national mortgage lender and servicer specializing in home equity solutions for older Americans, has been named one of the nation’s Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance™ by Fortune and Great Place To Work®, earning a spot among the top 50 companies nationwide, ranking No. 48 in the small and medium category.
The recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Longbridge has been included on the prestigious list, underscoring the company’s ongoing commitment to fostering a workplace culture rooted in trust, collaboration and purpose.
“This recognition is really about our people and culture we have focused on building at Longbridge,” said Chris Mayer, CEO of Longbridge Financial. “Our employees bring integrity, expertise, and compassion to their work every single day, and that commitment makes all the difference. By fostering a workplace built on trust and collaboration, we empower our team to serve our mission to help older homeowners responsibly use home equity in retirement — helping our customers achieve financial flexibility and peace of mind.”
The annual list is highly competitive and based on confidential employee feedback collected through Great Place To Work®’s proprietary Trust Index™ Survey. The 2025 rankings reflect more than 194,000 survey responses from employees at Certified™ companies across the financial services and insurance industry.
“Culture is the foundation of everything we do at Longbridge, and when our employees feel engaged and supported, that energy shines through in how we serve our borrowers and partners,” said Melissa Macerato, chief revenue and marketing officer. “Being recognized once again by Fortune and Great Place To Work® further validates our commitment to creating an environment where people can thrive.”
Over the past year, Longbridge recorded significant gains in employee satisfaction:
- 91% of employees rated Longbridge as a Great Place to Work (up from 88% in 2024).
- 98% said they feel welcomed when joining the company (up from 96% in 2024).
- 89% rated Longbridge favorably across all workplace measures (up from 86% in 2024).
“Being ranked among the Top 50 Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance is a tremendous honor, and it reflects the leadership, teamwork and dedication of every person at Longbridge,” said Bill Packer, chief operating officer. “I’m especially proud of the collective efforts across our organization to create an environment where employees feel valued and welcomed. The growth in our scores over the past year is a testament to that commitment, and I’m delighted to be part of such a high-performing team.”
Longbridge is also looking ahead to continued growth. Company leaders said the recognition is more than an honor, it’s an invitation for others to be part of a workplace where purpose and people come first. For those inspired by the company’s mission of helping older homeowners unlock the power of home, Longbridge offers the chance to build a career in a supportive, innovative environment. Information about current openings and career opportunities can be found at longbridge-financial.com/careers.
