Financial Planner Career Changers Wanted
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Finance & Banking
Financial Advisor / Consultant
Benefits:
- Retirement
- Bonus based on performance
- Company parties
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Ready to turn your experience into something more meaningful? At Northwestern Mutual – St. Louis, we are committed to improving lives, protecting dreams, and building lasting legacies by empowering individuals to discover and pursue what’s possible. Recognized as a 2025 Top Workplace by USA Today, our office is built on a strong foundation of faith, growth, grit, gratitude, and charisma, creating a culture that prioritizes both personal and professional development.
We foster a supportive and inclusive environment through team building initiatives, a dedicated women’s group, and a strong focus on belonging and impact. Beyond our work, we are passionate about giving back to the community, proudly supporting organizations such as Alex’s Lemonade Stand and Covenant House.
- You already have what it takes, people skills, perseverance, and a desire to make a difference.
- We provide the training, mentorship, and professional licensing support to help you confidently transition into financial services.
- You’ll be surrounded by a team that’s walked the same path, people who once coached, built, designed, or taught before building their own financial practices.
622 Emerson Road, Suite 400, Creve Coeur, MO 63141
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 policy owners—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” companies in 2024 - with a unique culture deeply dedicated to helping people achieve financial security.
MeetOur Team:
Gerard Hempstead – Managing Partner (MP):
- Time with NM: 30 years.
- Prior
Experience:
Gerard began his career as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) before joining Northwestern Mutual, where he has built a long-standing and impactful career in leadership. - Passionate About: Gerard is deeply passionate about his faith, family, and giving back to the community. He also enjoys traveling and playing golf, and values building meaningful relationships both personally and professionally.
- Time with NM: Since 2019.
- Prior
Experience:
Aaron joined Northwestern Mutual as an intern in 2019 while attending the University of Missouri–St. Louis, where he majored in Finance. He quickly distinguished himself as a top-performing intern, ranking #1 in the Southern Region and at Winter Camp. He transitioned to a full-time Financial Advisor later that year and achieved Pacesetter 40 within his first six months. Aaron is currently pursuing his Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation and founded Aeon Financial within Northwestern Mutual to deliver a more personalized, client-first approach. - Passionate About: Aaron is passionate about empowering individuals and families to build wealth and achieve financial independence. Outside of work, he is dedicated to mentoring youth in his community, teaching and writing music for local high school band students, and staying active. He enjoys playing golf, watching sports (especially as a New York Knicks fan), playing the drums, and giving back through mentorship.
As a Financial Planner at Northwestern Mutual, you will be part of a team that helps individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals through personalized insurance solutions and financial planning. Your role involves building long-term relationships with clients, understanding their unique needs, and providing tailored financial solutions.
Key Responsibilities:- Client Consultation:
Engage with clients to understand their financial goals, aspirations, and concerns. - Financial Planning:
Develop comprehensive financial plans that include investments, insurance, and retirement. - Insurance Solutions:
Recommend and implement insurance…
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