Financial Advisor

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Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique opportunity to start a business that helps clients achieve their goals through comprehensive financial planning. You will begin as a financial representative focused on client-building and obtaining licenses, supported by award‑winning training programs that equip you with the education, skill‑building, and development strategies needed to succeed.

Our training programs focus on:

• Asset & Income Protection
• Education Funding
• Investment & Advisory Services
• Trust Services
• Retirement Solutions
• Business Needs Analysis

• Grow your client base by making new connections, maintaining a strong referral network, and providing a great client experience
• Build personalized, holistic financial plans tailored to every client’s unique needs
• Manage your client’s financial plans to help them achieve their goals
• Grow relationships with clients to support them through every stage of life

To become a financial advisor, you must obtain the following licenses:
Life/Accident & Health Certifications, Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), and Series 6, 7, and 63. Northwestern Mutual provides pre‑payment/reimbursement for course tuition fees and books.

• Performance‑based earnings and revenue
  • Averaged advisor annual earnings of $61K-$119K (first 3 years)
  • Top 25% advisor annual earnings of $137K-$250K (first 3 years)
• Additional income structure to support training and early development
• Renewal income earned for continued client support and policy management
• Bonus programs and expense allowances
• Support for insurance licensing and securities certifications
• Certified Financial Planner® licensing support
• Fully company‑funded retirement package and pension plan
• Competitive and comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans
• Life Insurance and Disability Income Insurance
• Parental benefits at every stage of family planning

• Bachelor’s degree
• Entrepreneurial ambitions to be a business owner
• History of success in relationship‑building or client‑facing roles
• Excellent time‑management skills
• Desire for continuous learning and collaboration
• Proficient critical thinking skills
• Strong communicator
• Strong sense of motivation and drive
• Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship

Posted Salary Range: USD 61,000.00 - USD  /Yr.

Entry level

Full‑time

Finance and Sales

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