Financial Advisor Careers at First Command
First Command has been helping military families pursue their goals and dreams through financial coaching and guidance since 1958.
About the Role
- 9 out of 10 of our Financial Advisors are veterans or military spouses.
- With 165+ offices nationwide, many are located near military installations.
- We commit to helping military families get their financial lives squared away.
- We are seeking leaders with entrepreneurial mindsets and a desire for professional growth.
What Our Financial Advisors Do
- Act as the personal coach to military families, focusing on a financial plan that evolves to meet short‑term and long‑term goals.
- Help military families manage day‑to‑day finances, build lifetime assets, and protect against the unexpected.
- Engage with the community to bring new clients to First Command, with support from local district teams and the Home Office.
- Partner with local military organizations, units, and supporting institutions.
- Coach on comprehensive financial plans that include:
- Savings and banking
- Investments and wealth management
- Insurance and risk management
What We Offer
- A specialized licensing and comprehensive training program for veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses.
- Full sponsorship for registration and licensing, covering the SIE, S6, S63, S65, and state Life & Health licenses.
- A paid training program with a local district office for successful license holders.
- An initial hourly wage for the first three months (minimum wage in the state), with the option to transition to a salaried position and progressive incentives for the remaining nine‑month paid training period.
What to Expect After Training
- Opportunity to become an independent contractor Financial Advisor, controlling your career trajectory and compensation based on results.
- No cap on earning potential; compensation based on competitive commissions, residual income, bonuses, and deferred compensation.
- Professional development, including progressive leadership programs, classroom training, and annual workshops.
- Ability to set your own schedule for work‑life balance.
- Portable career opportunities across the United States.
Desired Qualifications
- Military experience or affiliation.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Proven leadership skills.
Learn More About First Command
First Command is committed to helping military families achieve financial security. To learn more about us visit the First Command website.