Financial Advisor - Career Changers Encouraged

Northwestern Mutual; Lombard (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based earnings

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans

Fully company-funded retirement package

Support for licensing and training

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual in Lombard, IL, is seeking a financial advisor to help clients achieve their financial goals through personalized planning. You'll build financial plans and support clients at every life stage, utilizing award-winning training programs.

This unique opportunity allows you to grow a client base while earning performance-based income and accessing comprehensive benefits, such as a retirement plan and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Must have legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship.
• Desire for continuous learning and collaboration.
• History of success in client-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Grow your client base and maintain a strong referral network.
• Build personalized financial plans tailored to clients.
• Manage clients’ financial plans to help achieve their goals.
• Support clients through every stage of life.

Skills

Entrepreneurial ambitions

Relationship-building

Critical thinking skills

Motivation and drive

Job description

Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique opportunity to start a business where you help clients achieve their goals through financial planning.

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 each client’s unique needs
• Manage clients’ financial plans to help them achieve their goals
• Grow relationships with clients to support them through every stage of life

Training and Development

Our award‑winning training programs equip you with the education, skill‑building, and development strategies you need to build a successful financial planning practice.

Licensing Requirements

To qualify, you must obtain the following licenses: Life/Accident & Health Certifications, Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), and Series 6, 7, and 63. Northwestern Mutual provides pre‑payment/reimbursement for course tuition fees and books.

Earnings

• Year 1 – $60,000 – $120,000+
• Year 5 – $192,042 – $450,403
• Year 10 – $1,143,189 – $2,759,185

Benefits

• Performance‑based earnings and revenue structure
• Additional income structure to support training and early development
• Renewal income earned for continued client support and policy management
• Bonus programs and expense allowances
• Support for insurance licensing and securities certifications
• Fully company‑funded retirement package and pension plan
• Competitive and comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans
• Life and disability income insurance
• Parental benefits at every stage of family planning

Qualifications

• Entrepreneurial ambitions to be a business owner
• History of success in relationship‑building or client‑facing roles
• Desire for continuous learning and collaboration
• Proficient critical thinking skills
• Strong sense of motivation and drive
• Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship

EEO Statement

Northwestern Mutual is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Work is conducted on a hybrid remote basis in Lombard, IL 60148.