Entrepreneurial Financial Advisor: Build Your Practice

Northwestern Mutual; Madison (MS); On-site; USD 61,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully company-funded retirement plan

Parental benefits

Medical, vision, and dental plans

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual is seeking Financial Advisors in the United States who are entrepreneurial, client‑facing professionals. You start as a financial representative focused on client-building and obtaining licenses, with award-winning training to develop a holistic financial planning practice.

As an independent contractor under our model, you build your own practice with uncapped earning potential, supported by our compensation structure, licensing assistance, and a national network of advisors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required or preferred.
• 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.

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

Entrepreneurial mindset

Relationship-building

Time management

Continuous learning

Critical thinking

Communication

Motivation & drive

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Northwestern Mutual is seeking Financial Advisors in the United States who are entrepreneurial, client‑facing professionals. You start as a financial representative focused on client-building and obtaining licenses, with award-winning training to develop a holistic financial planning practice.

As an independent contractor under our model, you build your own practice with uncapped earning potential, supported by our compensation structure, licensing assistance, and a national network of advisors.