A Career Counselor works with adults of all ages to plan career choices and access the education and training needed to support a career. Gives skills assessment and aptitude tests to clients. Provides job search assistance or training for general workplace skills. Provides referrals for workplace literacy, academic or job training programs, or direct job referrals.
Change your career while making an impact! Financial Representatives at Northwestern Mutual help clients live more and worry less through a personalized approach to financial planning. As a business owner, you'll spend your days building your client base and developing tailored financial solutions, supported by our industry-leading training, mentorship, and product offerings. This role provides the opportunity to explore your earning potential, create a flexible workday aligned with your lifestyle, and make a meaningful impact every day—where hard work is recognized and rewarded. Our award-winning training program equips you with the education, skill-building, and development strategies needed to succeed with confidence. This position is based in our Grand Haven office , and candidates should be reliable and able to commute to this location consistently to fully engage with the team and training resources. With additional access to nationwide mentors and leaders, we will surround you with resources to help in your financial expertise, including but not limited to: As a
Northwestern Mutual Financial Representative:
1. Build —Work to build a client base by growing relationships with your network and develop knowledge of NM financial products and market trends. 2. Educate —Educate yourself beyond training through sponsored licensing and registration as well as ongoing development. Use assistive software, reporting tools, and illustrations to educate clients on potential plans. 3. Influence — Presenting clients with the opportunity to protect and prosper, you will drive clients to action through expert influence and recommendations. 4. Own —Take ownership of development and management of the business as you master your craft and build a team. Review and maintain client financial plans, continuing to provide optimum advice for your clients' needs. Are you ready to change your life and the lives of your clients? !
About Us:
For 169 years, we have helped our clients spend their lives living through comprehensive and innovative financial planning. We combine the expertise of our financial professionals with personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to give our clients the ability to successfully navigate their financial lives. Our tailored approach includes multiple financial strategies—insurance, investments, and annuities—built to reinforce each other, keeping our clients consistently on track to meet goal after goal. We lead with unmatched financial strength and access to the best products and services for our clients. Our Financial Representatives are valued partners, and proud business owners. We value an inclusive and belonging environment where everyone's different viewpoints bring new successes!
Desired Skills and Experience:
BA or BS degree from a four-year institution preferred Candidate must be an accomplished communicator with strong verbal and written skills Prior sales and/or business experience preferred Candidate must also possess a history of personal and professional success Prior financial services experience not needed -- extensive training platform provided Total Rewards (Benefits) While you help provide financial security to your clients, Northwestern Mutual is committed to offering its financial advisors comprehensive compensation and benefits: Uncapped Income Potential Compensation in the form of commissions, residual income, incentive programs, training allowance, and bonuses Flexibility of your schedule - you determine your own calendar
Sponsorship of Licensing/Credentialing:
Life, Accident & Health, SIE, Series 7, Series 63) Financial support provided for continued education and development (e.g. CFP, RICP, CLU, ChFC) Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage Retirement Package; Pension Plan Leadership Opportunities Local and national recognition
Recent Awards and Accolades:
FORTUNE® 500
Rank:
No. 109 (2026) Best Places to Work (Glassdoor, 2026)
Financial Advisor Magazine:
Ranked 6th largest independent broker dealer (2026)
Forbes:
Earning top-five spot in InvestmentNews ranking (2026)
Forbes:
Over 100 advisors honored as "Best-In-State" by Forbes (2026)
Training Magazine:
MVP Award for developing and empowering over 22,000 advisors, leaders, interns, and teams (2026)
FORTUNE:
Recognized as one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" (2026)
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$80,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to continue working in the United States? • Will you be able to reliably commute to Grand Haven, MI for this job?
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
sales: 1 year (Preferred) professional work: 3 years (Preferred)
