Entrepreneurial Financial Advisor: Build Your Practice & Earn

Northwestern Mutual; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 61,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus programs

Company-funded retirement package

Professional licensing support

Health benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual is actively seeking aspiring Financial Advisors who want to start and own a financial planning practice. You will learn, earn, and grow by building client relationships, delivering holistic plans, and guiding clients through life stages with a broad suite of services.

The role emphasizes entrepreneurial ownership, training, licensing support, and a performance-based compensation structure across an independent contractor model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 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

Strong communicator

Continuous learning

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Northwestern Mutual is actively seeking aspiring Financial Advisors who want to start and own a financial planning practice. You will learn, earn, and grow by building client relationships, delivering holistic plans, and guiding clients through life stages with a broad suite of services.

The role emphasizes entrepreneurial ownership, training, licensing support, and a performance-based compensation structure across an independent contractor model.