Sales Advisor Seeking Former Athletes

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

Join the Winning Team at Wiegert District - Northwestern Mutual!

Are you an athlete at heart with a passion for teamwork and competition? Bring your sports background to a dynamic career as a Financial Advisor with Wiegert District of Northwestern Mutual!

Why Current and Former Athletes Could Thrive Here:

We recognize the unique strengths and qualities that former and current athletes bring to the table. Athletes could excel in our environment because of their inherent drive, discipline, and competitive spirit, which are essential traits for success in the insurance and financial services industry. Here’s why athletes thrive with us:

1. Teamwork and Collaboration: Just like in sports, our success depends on teamwork and collaboration. Athletes naturally excel in a team setting, working together towards common goals and supporting each other to achieve the best results for our clients.
2. Resilience and Determination: Athletes are accustomed to facing challenges and persevering through difficult situations. This resilience translates well to the professional world, where overcoming obstacles and staying focused on long-term goals are key to building a successful career.
3. Goal-Oriented Mindset: The drive to set and achieve goals is second nature to athletes. This goal-oriented mindset helps our representatives stay motivated and committed to helping clients achieve their financial objectives.
4. Discipline and Time Management: Balancing training, competitions, and academics instills a strong sense of discipline and time management in athletes. These skills are invaluable in managing a client portfolio, meeting deadlines, and maintaining a high level of productivity.
5. Competitive Spirit: The competitive nature of athletes fuels their desire to excel and be the best in their field. This competitive spirit drives our representatives to continuously improve, exceed performance targets, and deliver exceptional service to clients.

Our thriving office is located at: 101 W. Big Beaver Road, Suite 500, Troy, MI.

Meet some of our local team, many who have excelled in athletics: 

Jake Paulson – Growth and Development Director:

• How long with NM? Has been with Northwestern Mutual for 5 years.
• Prior Experience? Played collegiate baseball at Oakland University and spent six years playing Minor League Baseball.
• Passionate About? Married with two young children. Enjoys hunting, fishing, and golfing in his free time.

Tek Wiegert – Managing Director:

• How long with NM? Started as an intern in 2004 and joined full-time in 2005.
• Prior Experience? Joined Northwestern Mutual directly after college.
• Passionate About? Happily married with two children. Enjoys golf, skiing and snowboarding up north, and is an avid runner—participating in the Detroit Marathon annually. Coaches youth basketball and serves on the board of Camp Casey.

Nick Hammer – Growth and Development Director:

• How long with NM? Has been with Northwestern Mutual for 5 years.
• Prior Experience? Previously a high school math teacher for 3 years and worked in Corporate Finance at Ford Motor Company for 4 years. Holds an MBA from Michigan State University.
• Passionate About? Married to Kristen and a proud father of four boys. Enjoys golf, spending time outdoors, attending Lions and Tigers games, and traveling with his family.

Dominic Mirabella – Managing Partner:

• How long with NM? Has been with Northwestern Mutual since 2008.
• Prior Experience? A graduate of the U.S. Military Academy and a U.S. Army veteran. Earned an MBA from the University of Florida before joining Northwestern Mutual.
• Passionate About? Enjoys spending quality time with his wife and their two children. Actively involved in the community and serves on the board of Camp Casey. A passionate supporter of all Detroit sports teams.

Key Responsibilities: As a Financial Advisor, your primary role will be to engage with clients to understand their comprehensive financial needs, providing personalized guidance to help them achieve their financial protection and planning goals. You will design and implement tailored strategies that safeguard clients' assets, income, and overall financial well-being, ensuring their long-term security. Regularly reviewing and updating clients' financial plans and insurance policies to reflect any changes in their circumstances or goals will be crucial to ensure continuous protection. Additionally, you will cultivate a robust network of clients through referrals, active community involvement, and professional associations.

Qualifications: We prefer candidates with a bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related discipline. While prior experience in insurance, financial services, or business development is beneficial, it is not mandatory. Successful candidates will possess excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, strong analytical skills, and the capability to build lasting client relationships. We welcome individuals from business development-oriented organizations with uncapped earnings potential, including those from medical devices, education (teachers, administrators), logistics, solar, payroll services, tech business development, real estate, auto rental and others. If not already obtained, the position offers sponsorship and resources provided to obtain necessary licenses, such as Michigan LAH, SIE, Series 6, 7, 63, and CFP.

Benefits:

• Professional Development: Access to ongoing training and development programs, including sponsorship for Licensing/Credentialing
• Income Potential: Competitive compensation structure including performance incentives, with no ceiling. Comprehensive Medical Coverage, including Group Life and Disability Insurance and Parental Benefits.
• Support and Mentorship: Comprehensive support from a dedicated planning team, marketing resources, and experienced mentors.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexibility to create a schedule that fits your lifestyle and goals.
• Retirement Benefits: Company-funded pension and contributions to PFGF—our version of a profit-sharing retirement plan designed to support your long-term financial future.
• Impact: Make a lasting impact by guiding individuals and families in your community towards financial security and success.

Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries in Milwaukee, WI. Tek Wiegert is a Managing Director of NM and is not in legal partnership with NM, or its subsidiaries.