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Northwestern Mutual

Financial Representative | Entry Level | We train you!

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What they do

A Financial Planner or Investment Consultant advises clients on financial plans and investment strategies. Discusses the client's financial objectives, focusing on investment options and products. May be licensed to buy and sell financial products such as stocks and bonds.

$106,908 / year median in Virginia

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Our financial advisors at Northwestern Mutual help clients reach their goals by developing and implementing financial plans to show clients where they are today, plan where they want to go tomorrow and provide the financial tools and support to help them get there. As you build your financial planning practice, you bring together the right insurance and investment strategies for clients to guide them every step of the way. Choose a career where changing someone else's life for the better is also life-changing for you - personally, professionally, and financially. 98% of our advisors had
NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE IN THIS INDUSTRY.
Have you ever thought of running your own business, but you aren't sure how to get started? Our most successful advisors have typically reached a ceiling in their career, and they are looking for an opportunity where they can utilize their talents to make an impact and grow professionally. They possess a spirit of service, experience in building or developing long-term relationships, strong self-motivation, interpersonal and communication skills, and a high standard of ethics. The advisor career with Northwestern Mutual allows one the opportunity to:
  • Strive to understand their clients' goals and visions to develop holistic financial solutions that put their clients on a path to financial success using tools such as retirement planning, insurance and investment services, estate planning, business planning, education funding, and employee benefits.
We also provide guidance on basic financial literacy to help our clients achieve financial security long term.
  • Maintain autonomy and flexibility to build their own practice while receiving support from our firm's exceptional network of financial specialists, fully paid training and educational programs, and mentoring opportunities. You are in business for yourself but not by yourself!
  • Develop a career with NM that not only provides outstanding self-determined income potential, but more importantly provides the personal satisfaction of dramatically impacting the lives of others in a professional setting that values relationships and integrity.
Desired Skills and Experience:
  • BA or BS degree from a four-year institution or four years of Military Service preferred .
  • Candidate must be an accomplished communicator with strong verbal and written skills. Have the ability to build long-lasting client relationships. Candidate must also possess a history of personal and professional success. Prior financial services experience not needed -- multi-year training platform provided.
  • Must be located in Coastal Virginia or already planning to move here imminently
  • While you help provide financial security to your clients, Northwestern Mutual is committed to offering its financial advisors a comprehensive compensation and benefits program which includes:
  • Uncapped Income Potential (Advertised Pay Range is indicative of average on-target earnings in your first year)
  • Leadership Opportunities (Timeline varies by advisor)
  • Sponsorship of Licensing/Credentialing (As needed)
  • Robust development bonuses to aid as you launch your business (Up to $35,000)
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
  • Retirement Package; Pension Plan (Built in your first 10 years)
Group Life and Disability Income Insurance POC:
Devan Jewell Navy Veteran Director of Recruitment devan.jewell@nm.com
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you comfortable with a compensation structure that is based on multiple streams of income? (Aggressive first year bonus, commissions, fees)? Do a little research into Northwestern Mutual and the Financial Representative career. Share what stood out to you. Which of the following best describes what you are looking for in your next career: A. Financial compensation that matches the effort and work you put into your career. B. The ability to create a better work/life balance. C. The opportunity to grow personally and professionally in an environment that encourages and supports both. D. All of the above. (Add anything else that motivates you to make the switch.)
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Virginia Beach, VA 23462 (Required)
Work Location:
In person