Entrepreneurial Financial Advisor — Build Your Practice

Northwestern Mutual; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based earnings

Licensing/CFP support

Company-funded retirement package

Medical, vision, dental plans

Parental benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual is seeking to cultivate financial advisors who can build a personal practice and help clients achieve their goals through comprehensive financial planning. The program supports training, licensing, and a path to business ownership in a national network.

As a financial advisor, you will grow your client base, craft tailored plans, and manage ongoing client relations across life stages, while leveraging company-backed training and licensing support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (required)
• Entrepreneurial ambitions to be a business owner
• Proven success in relationship-building or client-facing roles
• Excellent time-management skills
• Desire for continuous learning and collaboration
• Proficient critical thinking skills
• Strong communicator
• 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 spirit

Relationship-building

Time management

Strong communicator

Critical thinking

Motivation & drive

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Northwestern Mutual is seeking to cultivate financial advisors who can build a personal practice and help clients achieve their goals through comprehensive financial planning. The program supports training, licensing, and a path to business ownership in a national network.

As a financial advisor, you will grow your client base, craft tailored plans, and manage ongoing client relations across life stages, while leveraging company-backed training and licensing support.