Financial Advisor

Financial Advisor (Client Relationship & Financial Planning)

If you're someone who enjoys building relationships, helping others, and creating your own path to success, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. At Northwestern Mutual, you'll have the chance to build your own financial planning practice while helping individuals, families, and business owners make confident financial decisions. Whether your background is in sales, business, leadership, athletics, banking, education, or another people-focused profession, we'll provide the training, mentorship, and support to help you grow into a successful Financial Advisor.

No previous financial services experience? That's okay. We hire for potential and invest in your development from day one.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Financial Advisor, you'll become a trusted resource for your clients by helping them navigate important financial decisions throughout every stage of life. In this role, you'll:

• Build meaningful relationships through networking, referrals, and community involvement.
• Meet with individuals, families, and business owners to understand their goals.
• Create personalized financial plans that align with each client's unique needs.
• Help clients protect what matters most while planning for retirement, growing wealth, and preparing for life's milestones.
• Stay connected through regular reviews and ongoing financial guidance.
• Grow your own client base and build a practice that can provide long-term recurring income.

Every day is different, and every client relationship is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Why Northwestern Mutual?

This is more than just a job, it's an opportunity to build a business with the support of one of the nation's most respected financial services companies.

When you join our team, you'll receive:

• Comprehensive training designed for both experienced professionals and career changers.
• One-on-one mentorship from experienced financial advisors and leaders.
• Licensing support and reimbursement.
• Industry-leading financial planning technology and client resources.
• The flexibility to build your own schedule and grow your practice.
• The backing of a nationally recognized company with more than 165 years of financial strength and stability.

You'll have the independence of building your own business while never having to do it alone.

Who Tends to Thrive Here?

Our most successful advisors are people who:

• Enjoy meeting new people and building genuine relationships.
• Are self-motivated and goal-oriented.
• Like taking ownership of their success.
• Are comfortable networking and growing a client base.
• Have an entrepreneurial mindset and strong work ethic.
• Stay resilient, coachable, and committed to long-term growth.

Successful advisors have come from many different backgrounds, including:

• B2B and consultative sales
• SaaS and technology sales
• Business development
• Banking and financial services
• Customer-facing roles
• Leadership and management
• Entrepreneurship
• Athletics and competitive environments
• Community organizations and professional networking

If you're passionate about helping people and excited by the idea of building something that's truly your own, we'd love to meet you.

We'll Help You Succeed

Your success matters to us, which is why we provide extensive training and ongoing support throughout your career.

You'll receive:

• A structured development program during your first five years.
• Licensing support for Life & Health, SIE, Series 6, Series 7, and Series 63.
• Dedicated coaching and mentorship.
• Access to experienced advisors and leadership.
• CFP education support.
• Best-in-class financial planning tools and resources.

Whether you're changing careers or starting something new, you'll have the guidance you need every step of the way.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a performance-based opportunity with uncapped earning potential, giving you the opportunity to grow your income as your practice grows.

Typical Earnings

• Years 13 Average: $70,000$130,000
• Top 25% (Years 13): $175,000$330,000+

As you continue building lasting client relationships, you'll also have the opportunity to generate recurring renewal income over time.

Additional benefits include:

• Early-stage income support and performance bonuses
• Renewal income opportunities
• 401(k)
• Company-funded pension
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Licensing reimbursement
• CFP education support
• Flexible scheduling

What We're Looking For

We're looking for candidates who have:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build trust and lasting relationships.
• A self-starter mentality with a high level of personal accountability.
• An entrepreneurial mindset and desire to grow professionally.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

A bachelor's degree is preferred but not required.

Is This Opportunity Right for You?

You may be a great fit if you:

• Want to build a long-term career rather than simply work a job.
• Enjoy connecting with people and earning their trust.
• Are motivated by performance and unlimited earning potential.
• Are willing to consistently build relationships and grow your client base.
• Want to make a meaningful difference in people's financial lives while creating a rewarding future for yourself.

If you're ready to invest in your future, build a career with purpose, and receive the support of an industry-leading organization, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and start building your future with Northwestern Mutual! #TMCA

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