Financial Advisor - Chicago Metropolitan Area

Thrivent; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Pension Plan

Well-being Programs

Gift Matching Program

Professional Growth Opportunities

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated financial advisors to empower clients on their financial journeys. In this rewarding role, you will build a practice that guides individuals towards financial clarity while fostering genuine relationships within your community. With unlimited earning potential and comprehensive support from a Fortune 500 organization, you will enjoy a collaborative culture that values your success. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fulfilling career that balances personal and professional growth. Join a team that prioritizes generosity and community engagement, and help others achieve their financial dreams.

Qualifications

• Seeking self-disciplined individuals passionate about helping others achieve financial goals.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; military veterans encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Guide clients on their financial journeys, providing actionable advice and building trust.
• Develop long-term relationships within the community and deliver financial workshops.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Self-Discipline

Motivational Skills

Coaching

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Equivalent Experience

Tools

FINRA SIE License

Life and Health Licenses

Job description

As a Thrivent Financial advisor, you will:

• Build a financial practice guiding Christians on their journeys to financial clarity, empowering lives of service and faith.
• Provide personal, actionable and achievable advice and connect clients to Thrivent products and programs.
• Develop and maintain genuine, long-term relationships throughout generations based on trust and understanding, with the ability to serve clients in your chosen community.
• Make client appointments by leveraging your network and Thrivent’s reputation, delivering award-winning financial workshops and marketing your practice.
• Have the flexibility to control your schedule, allowing for work-life balance.
• Find a collaborative culture with colleagues who want you to be successful and are willing to help you do so.
• Get the support of specialists from every facet of the organization—such as business development, marketing, technology, engagement, and experienced advisors—as you build your business.

Desired Characteristics

Our culture and our people are special. We’re looking for people who are – or want to become – part of the communities where clients live, work and worship. Whether you’re a seasoned financial professional or looking for a career change, you could be a successful Thrivent Financial advisor if you’re:

• Self-disciplined, independent and driven to succeed.
• Motivated by helping others and seeing them achieve their goals.
• A natural coach or guide with strong interpersonal skills.
• Passionate about living a life of generosity by serving others, not just selling products.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Military veterans are encouraged to apply.
• Attainment of FINRA SIE, life and health licenses (licensed role only) before contracting.
• Satisfactory background check, fingerprinting and securities registration and/or insurance licensing verification, if applicable.

Compensation and Benefits
You’ll get all the benefits of a Fortune 500 organization and more. Here, you’ll enjoy:

• Unlimited earning potential through biweekly base commissions, bonus opportunities and incentive pay structures, recurring revenue streams, and dedicated planning fees for those who qualify.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Pension, 401(k) and retiree medical plans.
• Ongoing support, training and opportunity for professional growth as you build your business.
• Well-being programs to help you manage your physical, emotional and financial health.
• Gift matching program to double your contributions to eligible nonprofit organizations and volunteer programs that support your efforts to make a difference.
• Membership programs that help you connect with your clients and engage Christians to make a real impact in your community.

About Thrivent
Thrivent is a diversified financial services organization that, with its subsidiary and affiliate companies, serves more than 2.4 million clients, offering advice, insurance, investments, banking and generosity products and programs. For more than 100 years, Thrivent has been helping Christians build their financial futures and live more generous lives. Today, Thrivent is a not-for-profit, membership-owned Fortune 500 company with $179 billion in assets under management/advisement (as of 12/31/23). Thrivent carries ratings from independent rating agencies which demonstrate the strength and stability of the organization, including an A++ rating from AM Best; an Aa2 rating from Moody's Investors Service; and an AA+ rating from S&P Global Ratings. Ratings are based on Thrivent's financial strength and claims-paying ability, but do not apply to investment product performance.

Thrivent values diversity and inclusion, and we’re committed to providing an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, sex, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable state or federal laws. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants.