Entrepreneurial Financial Advisor: Build Your Practice & Earn

Northwestern Mutual; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based earnings

Company-funded retirement package

Medical, vision & dental plans

Parental benefits

Licensing support

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual is looking for financial advisors to build their own practice as independent contractors, with award-winning training and licensing support to help you grow a client base and a holistic financial plan. You’ll work to protect clients and secure their financial future.

You can shape your workday and pursue long‑term goals, including potentially opening an office or joining a team, while earning from commissions and bonuses under a performance-based structure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Entrepreneurial ambitions to own a business.
• Proven ability to build client relationships.
• Strong communication and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Grow client base by networking and referrals.
• Develop personalized financial plans.
• Manage and review client portfolios.
• Maintain ongoing client relationships through life events.

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Relationship-building

Client-facing sales

Time management

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Northwestern planning software

CRM software

Job description

Northwestern Mutual is looking for financial advisors to build their own practice as independent contractors, with award-winning training and licensing support to help you grow a client base and a holistic financial plan. You’ll work to protect clients and secure their financial future.

You can shape your workday and pursue long‑term goals, including potentially opening an office or joining a team, while earning from commissions and bonuses under a performance-based structure.