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Financial Representative

Northwestern Mutual

Northwestern Mutual

Accounting & Finance
United States
Posted on Thursday, August 10, 2023

A Career with a Purpose: Impact, Independence, and Income:

Seeking a new environment where you work hard and play harder? Our team is motivated by success and enjoys working together with great enthusiasm to get things done. This team concept has helped develop friendships on and off the business floor. Our upbeat, fast paced environment is made up of dedicated advisors who work hard and challenge each other to grow.

At Northwestern Mutual we believe that everyone deserves to "spend their lives living" and that a strong financial plan is the cornerstone for ensuring that reality. Financial security is not just something that happens in retirement, it allows our clients to live their lives to the fullest. Our culture promotes diversity, teamwork, work/life balance, recognition, and rewards. Recognized by FORTUNE as one of the "Worlds Most Admired " companies, Northwestern Mutual has been among the leaders in the financial services industry for nearly 160 years and has a proven track record of financial success.

Qualifications:

Our firm is seeking new Financial Advisors to join our growing financial advisory practice. Strong applicants have exceptional interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated interest in business, finance, and relationship building.

We want people with diverse backgrounds and work experience, including but not limited to:

Financial management, insurance, and financial services

Executive leadership

Community influencers

Former athletes

Military service

Legal practice

Lobbying

Business development

Consulting

Hospitality

Entrepreneurs

Candidates must be accomplished communicators with strong emotional intelligence and empathy.

A career with Northwestern Mutual not only provides outstanding income potential, but will provide you the opportunity of impacting the lives of others in a professional setting that emphasizes and values relationships and integrity.

Additionally, Northwestern Mutual is committed to offering its Financial Advisors a comprehensive compensation and benefits program which includes:

Exceptional Income Potential

Leadership Opportunities

Sponsorship of Licensing/Credentialing

Development Stipends

Expense Allowance

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

Retirement Package; Pension Plan

Group Life and Disability Income Insurance

By Joining Our Team, You’ll Have Access To:

A high-quality training program to help you get started.

Mentorship and professional development training throughout your entire career.

Leading industry products and solutions built on an integrated technology platform.

Financial support for professional designations and certifications, including the CFP, Series 7 & 63

The opportunity to design your roadmap to leadership and specialized roles.

A culture that promotes diversity, teamwork, work/life balance, recognition, and rewards.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Commission structure to support early development
  • Renewable income
  • Bonus programs and expense allowances
  • Support for insurance licensing, SIE, Series 7, Series 63, CFP®, and more
  • Retirement Package and Pension Plan
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Disability Income Insurance
  • Family Planning

 

You could be right for this opportunity if you have:

  • 4-year degree; or equivalent professional work experience
  • Entrepreneurial ambitions
  • History of success in sales, athletics, military, client services, or client-facing roles
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze complex financial data
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships
  • Excellent time-management skills
  • Desire for continuous learning
  • Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship

 

If you're passionate about helping others achieve their financial goals and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in financial planning and investment management, we encourage you to apply for this position!

 

About Us

For over 160 years, we have helped our clients spend their lives living through comprehensive and innovative financial planning. We combine the expertise of our financial professionals with personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to give our clients the ability to successfully navigate their financial lives.

Our tailored approach includes multiple financial strategies—insurance, investments, and annuities—built to reinforce each other, keeping our clients consistently on track to meet goal after goal. We lead with unmatched financial strength and access to the best products and services for our clients.

Our Financial Representatives are valued partners, and proud business owners. We value an inclusive and belonging environment where everyone’s different viewpoints bring new successes!

 

Why join Northwestern Mutual:

  • Fortune 100 company (2022)
  • Forbes' Best Employers for Diversity (2018-2022)
  • #1 Amongst Life Insurers Most Admired Companies2 for Financial Soundness
  • Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality- Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (2015-2022)
  • $224 billion3 (retail investment client assets held or managed)
  • #1 Independent Broker Dealer in CFPs globally