Wealth Consultant Seeking Former Veteran

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Retirement
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Are you a veteran with an unwavering sense of mission? Do you excel in navigating challenges and striving for excellence both in your military service and civilian career? The Zara Group is seeking to onboard a new Wealth Consultant to our team. We are a united group of determined, ambitious professionals, eager to make a difference in people’s lives as we accelerate the growth of our district office.

Click the link below to hear Robert Novanty's inspiring journey from serving with the US Marines to a successful career in civilian life at Northwestern Mutual:

A Glance at Northwestern Mutual (NM):
Northwestern Mutual is a FORTUNE 500® company that provides a wide range of financial services to more than 5 million people. As a mutual company, we answer to our policyowners—not Wall Street. We began in Wisconsin in 1857, and today we’re one of America’s top companies - as was recognized by FORTUNE ® as one of the “World’s Most Admired” life insurance companies in 2024 - with a unique culture deeply dedicated to helping people achieve financial security.

The Backbone of Our Success, Our Local Leaders:

Jim Zara – Wealth Management Advisor

• How long with NM? 34 years.
• Prior Experience? Prior to joining NM, Jim graduated from the University of Missouri's Business School.
• Passionate About? Jim is passionate about his family—his wife and their three children. Outside of work, Jim is an avid supporter of Mizzou sports, particularly football and basketball, where he enjoys game days from his suite on the 50-yard line. He loves the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing, with memorable trips to Africa and Alaska alongside his son. Jim also values coaching, leadership development, personal growth, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Cassandra Clemens – Director of Recruitment and Selection:

• How long with NM? 4 years.
• Prior Experience? Graduated from Mizzou’s Journalism School in 2010. Spent 3 years selling Personal Lines Insurance before transitioning into a Sales Training & Development Specialist role for a large insurance and travel organization, where she worked for 7 years.
• Passionate About? Outside of business, Cassandra is passionate about traveling and spending weekends at the Lake of the Ozarks, where she enjoys boating. She co-runs an online boutique with her aunt and splits time between St. Louis and Arizona to visit family. She loves being active outdoors, especially hiking with her Chocolate Lab.

Jesstine Kemper – Financial Advisor: 

• How long with NM? 6 years.
• Prior Experience? Before joining NM, Jess held leadership roles in various departments within the casino industry, working as a hotel manager, casino floor supervisor, slot supervisor, and marketing manager.
• Passionate About? Jess loves spending time with her husband and their 1.5-year-old son. They recently renovated a historic 1890s home in Soulard and enjoy exploring new restaurants in St. Louis, especially those featuring ethnic cuisine. Adventurous travelers, they are committed to leaving the country at least once a year—her favorite destination is Vienna, Austria.

Brian LaValle – Private Wealth Advisor:

• How long with NM? 22 years.
• Prior Experience? Before joining NM, Brian worked in software sales and engineering. He started his career as an engineer and later founded a small company, where he was responsible for software architecture and selling their products.
• Passionate About? Brian is deeply committed to his family, including his significant other, his four children, and six grandchildren. He loves spending time outdoors, especially hunting and fishing, and enjoys relaxing on his property in Bowling Green, MO.

Jakob Junker – Financial Representative:

• How long with NM? 6 months.
• Prior Experience? Before joining NM, Jakob worked in the mortgage industry as a loan coordinator for a large U.S. lender.
• Passionate About? Outside of work, Jakob enjoys spending time with his fiancée Sarah. They love hiking on his parents' farm in Warrenton, MO, with their Pit Mix. Jakob is an enthusiast of trying new microbreweries in downtown St. Louis and enjoys playing slow-pitch softball. He is also a big fan of attending sporting events, especially Cardinals and Blues games.

Position Overview:
As a Wealth Consultant you will play a critical role in helping clients secure their financial futures through comprehensive insurance solutions. Your responsibilities will include:

• Client Assessment: Evaluate clients' financial needs and goals to recommend appropriate insurance products.
• Customized Solutions: Develop personalized insurance plans that align with clients' long-term financial strategies.
• Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, offering continuous support and advice as their needs evolve.
• Product Knowledge: Stay informed about the latest insurance products and industry trends to provide clients with the best options available.
• Compliance and Ethics: Ensure all recommendations and sales comply with company policies and regulatory requirements, maintaining the highest ethical standards.

What Our Representatives Value:

• Potential for abundant, consistent, and predictable results.
• A collaborative, high-support team environment, fostering growth and camaraderie.
• Full business development process training and support for seamless operations.
• Proven operational systems and cutting-edge technology for enhanced agent efficiency.
• Achieving high performance while maintaining a great quality of life.
• A company experiencing rapid growth, offering leadership opportunities for top performers.

Candidate Characteristics:

• Individuals who value taking ownership and responsibility, acting as active participants rather than mere spectators.
• People who prioritize understanding the "who, why, and how" behind actions more than just the "what."
• Savvy communicators who find joy in simplifying complex decisions for others.
• Generous souls who gladly treat others without hesitation.
• Ambitious thinkers who embrace boundless opportunities and possibilities.
• Advocates for teamwork and cooperation, where everyone contributes equally.
• Passionate about their work, yet approachable and good-natured in their demeanor.

Benefits:

• Strong Earnings Potential: Combining first year income and unlimited upside.
• Significant bonus opportunity commensurate with outcomes.
• Dental insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Vision insurance.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

If these qualities describe you, then our office might just be your perfect fit. We are looking to bring on the right individual to join our team and help expand our broader service offering, with an emphasis on growing our insurance and financial services portfolios. Prior insurance or financial services experience is not required.

This position offers flexibility, but we're seeking individuals who are open to in-person training and eager to be an active part of our daily and weekly office culture, contributing to our team synergy and vibrant work environment.

Join us on this exciting journey, where we take insurance and financial services to a whole new level of excitement and fulfillment.

Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries in Milwaukee, WI. Jim Zara is a General Agent of NM and not in legal partnership with NM, or its subsidiaries.