Financial Advisor- Career Changers Encouraged
Northwestern Mutual, Elm Grove, WI, United States
Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique opportunity to start a business where you can help your clients achieve their goals through financial planning. As a financial advisor, you will:
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
Northwestern Mutual’s proprietary planning software helps you educate your clients and deliver holistic financial plans—including investments for growth, insurance for protection, and annuities for guaranteed income in retirement—that helps you have a bigger impact on your clients and community. Becoming a business owner allows you to shape your workday around your life and achieve uncapped earning potential through a performance-based compensation structure.
Northwestern Mutual has been recognized for maintaining one of the best-trained sales forces in the country. We are committed to your continued training and development throughout your career. That starts with our award-winning curriculum designed to support your first three years in the business. In the program, you’ll hear from industry experts, learn the art of client acquisition to drive longevity in the career, and have access to our national network of tenured financial advisors to learn the business through first‑hand experience.
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:
Average advisor annual earnings of $61K-$119K (based on 2018-2023 company average for representatives in the first 3 years)
Top 25% advisor annual earnings of $137K-$250K (based on 2018-2023 company data for top quartile advisors in the first 3 years)
Year 1 incentive stipend up to $41,000 while you create your foundation (in addition to annual earnings)
Renewal income earned for continued client support and policy management
Bonus programs and expense allowances
Support for insurance licensing, Securities Industry Essentials®, Series 6, Series 7, Series 63, and more
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
You could be right for this opportunity if you have:
Entrepreneurial ambitions to be a business owner
History of success in relationship‑building or client‑facing roles
Desire for continuous learning and collaboration
Proficient critical thinking skills
Strong sense of motivation and drive
Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship
Unsurpassed financial strength with total company assets of $366 billion
Recognized for Financial Soundness, Quality of Products/Services, Social Responsibility, and Quality of Management
Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity (2023)
Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality- Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (2023)
2024 Training APEX Award winner
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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
Northwestern Mutual’s proprietary planning software helps you educate your clients and deliver holistic financial plans—including investments for growth, insurance for protection, and annuities for guaranteed income in retirement—that helps you have a bigger impact on your clients and community. Becoming a business owner allows you to shape your workday around your life and achieve uncapped earning potential through a performance-based compensation structure.
Northwestern Mutual has been recognized for maintaining one of the best-trained sales forces in the country. We are committed to your continued training and development throughout your career. That starts with our award-winning curriculum designed to support your first three years in the business. In the program, you’ll hear from industry experts, learn the art of client acquisition to drive longevity in the career, and have access to our national network of tenured financial advisors to learn the business through first‑hand experience.
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:
Average advisor annual earnings of $61K-$119K (based on 2018-2023 company average for representatives in the first 3 years)
Top 25% advisor annual earnings of $137K-$250K (based on 2018-2023 company data for top quartile advisors in the first 3 years)
Year 1 incentive stipend up to $41,000 while you create your foundation (in addition to annual earnings)
Renewal income earned for continued client support and policy management
Bonus programs and expense allowances
Support for insurance licensing, Securities Industry Essentials®, Series 6, Series 7, Series 63, and more
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
You could be right for this opportunity if you have:
Entrepreneurial ambitions to be a business owner
History of success in relationship‑building or client‑facing roles
Desire for continuous learning and collaboration
Proficient critical thinking skills
Strong sense of motivation and drive
Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship
Unsurpassed financial strength with total company assets of $366 billion
Recognized for Financial Soundness, Quality of Products/Services, Social Responsibility, and Quality of Management
Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity (2023)
Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality- Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (2023)
2024 Training APEX Award winner
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