Entrepreneurial Financial Advisor — Build Your Practice

Northwestern Mutual; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based earnings

Licensing support

CFP licensing support

Retirement package

Health, vision, dental plans

Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual is seeking aspiring financial advisors who will start as financial representatives focused on client-building and obtaining licenses. You’ll train with award-winning programs and pursue licenses such as Life/Health, SIE, and Series 6/7/63 while building your own practice.

As an independent contractor, you can shape your business and income potential through a performance-based compensation structure with robust training and support from a national advisor network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Entrepreneurial ambitions to own a business.
• Proven history in relationship-building or client-facing roles.
• Strong time-management skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and collaboration.
• Proficient critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Authorized 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

Entrepreneurial mindset

Time management

Continuous learning

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Communication

Motivation & drive

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Northwestern Mutual is seeking aspiring financial advisors who will start as financial representatives focused on client-building and obtaining licenses. You’ll train with award-winning programs and pursue licenses such as Life/Health, SIE, and Series 6/7/63 while building your own practice.

As an independent contractor, you can shape your business and income potential through a performance-based compensation structure with robust training and support from a national advisor network.