Financial Advisor

About Us:

Northwestern Mutual’s Bellevue firm is looking grow our team with top talent in 2026. At Northwestern Mutual, we are committed to building relationships, fostering growth, and creating legacies. We empower our clients to achieve their financial goals through personalized strategies and industry-leading solutions. Our culture values belonging, innovation, and success as we provide an environment where driven professionals can thrive.

Position Overview:

As a Financial Advisor with Northwestern Mutual, you will help clients achieve their financial goals by creating and evolving personalized financial plans. This career offers the opportunity to build your own business with significant income potential, set your own schedule, and make a difference in clients' lives. If you are proactive, goal-oriented, and passionate about financial planning, we want to hear from you.

Our award-winning training equips you with the knowledge, skill-building, and development strategies you need to be successful and confident in this career. With additional access to nationwide mentors and leaders, we will surround you with resources to support your financial expertise.

What We Offer:

• Award-Winning Training: Comprehensive training program to help you succeed from day one.
• Mentorship & Growth: Continuous professional development and opportunities for leadership and specialization.
• Supportive Culture: A collaborative environment that promotes work/life balance, recognition, and rewards.
• Financial Support: Full backing for professional designations and certifications to enhance your career.
• Exceptional Income Potential: Compensation through commissions, bonuses, repeat business, and client retention.
• Advanced Tools & Support: Access to state-of-the-art planning analysis tools, brokerage and advisory platforms, and a dedicated Financial Planning Services Team.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a team with a 97% client retention rate and a history of nearly 160 years of industry success.
• Recognized as a "World's Most Admired" company by Fortune Magazine (2021) and a top company for training and development.
• Engage in meaningful work with over $400 million in corporate donations towards childhood cancer research.

Preferred Qualifications:

We are looking for individuals who are proactive, competitive, and motivated by goals and financial success. Whether you are an ambitious self-starter, a relationship builder, or a detail-oriented planner, your unique talents will be valued and nurtured at Northwestern Mutual. You will excel in this role if you enjoy taking calculated risks, communicating directly, and working in a dynamic and evolving environment.

You might be a strong match for this career if you have:

• BA or BS degree from a four-year institution.
• Entrepreneurial ambitions and a drive to succeed. Track record of success in sales and business development is a strong plus.
• Strong communication and time-management skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced, productive environment.
• Enjoy collaborating with high-achieving and multifaceted teams while building strong relationships.
• Desire for continuous learning
• Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Attractive total compensation package with average first-year earnings between $70,000 - $250,000. Role comes with benefits and a number of different incentives/bonuses. There is uncapped earning potential in this commission-first role.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, life and disability insurance, and vision insurance.
• Two company-funded retirement plans and 401(k) matching.
• Flexible schedule with in-person work setting.