Entrepreneurial Financial Advisor: Build Your Own Practice

careers-northwesternmutual; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based earnings

License & designations support

Retirement package

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual is seeking a financial advisor who can build a practice as an independent contractor. You’ll grow your client base, design personalized financial plans, and manage client outcomes while expanding relationships across life stages. Training, licensing, and ongoing education support are provided.

This opportunity emphasizes entrepreneurship, ownership of a client portfolio, and a commission-based earning structure with potential for substantial income as your practice matures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Entrepreneurial ambitions to own a business.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Relationship-building

Time management

Communication

Entrepreneurial drive

Self-motivation

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Northwestern Mutual is seeking a financial advisor who can build a practice as an independent contractor. You’ll grow your client base, design personalized financial plans, and manage client outcomes while expanding relationships across life stages. Training, licensing, and ongoing education support are provided.

This opportunity emphasizes entrepreneurship, ownership of a client portfolio, and a commission-based earning structure with potential for substantial income as your practice matures.