Entrepreneurial Financial Advisor: Build Your Practice

Northwestern Mutual; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual is seeking aspiring Financial Advisors to start a client-focused practice as independent contractors. Youll build a business around financial planning, creating holistic plans that help clients protect assets, plan for retirement, and pursue their goals.

Youll receive award-winning training, licenses support, and a compensation structure based on performance, with opportunities for uncapped earnings as you grow your client base and advisory practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required.
• Entrepreneurial ambitions to run a business.
• History of success in relationship-facing roles.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Desire for continuous learning and collaboration.
• Proficient critical thinking skills.
• Strong communicator with 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 clients unique needs.
• Manage your clients 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

Strong communicator

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelors degree

Job description

Northwestern Mutual is seeking aspiring Financial Advisors to start a client-focused practice as independent contractors. Youll build a business around financial planning, creating holistic plans that help clients protect assets, plan for retirement, and pursue their goals.

Youll receive award-winning training, licenses support, and a compensation structure based on performance, with opportunities for uncapped earnings as you grow your client base and advisory practice.