Financial Representative - Seeking Growth

Central Midwest Region - Modern Woodmen of America; Des Moines (IA); Remote; USD 97,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission-based earnings

Performance-based incentives

Training & development

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible schedule

Life insurance

Retirement package

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Job summary

Central Midwest Region of Modern Woodmen of America is seeking a Financial Representative to spearhead growth and lead the local office. You will address members’ financial needs, build relationships, and promote community impact while developing a growing team.

The role offers flexible work options and opportunities for advancement through licensing support, comprehensive benefits, and a commission-based compensation structure.

Qualifications

• Willingness to obtain licenses quickly (SIE, Life/Health) if not already held.
• Strong community leadership and willingness to mentor others.
• Licensed or willing to obtain state life/health license.

Responsibilities

• Lead community engagement to address members' financial needs.
• Develop and train new financial representatives over time.
• Support growth of the local Modern Woodmen office.
• Recruit and mentor team members as the role expands.

Skills

Team Spirited

Enthusiastic

Competitive nature

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

The Central Midwest Region of Modern Woodmen is actively seeking a Financial Representative to help spearhead the continued growth of the region. This opportunity is ideal for someone who currently holds the appropriate state licensing, or is willing to obtain it quickly and is motivated to make a meaningful impact on clients and the local community. If you have a strong desire to lead, develop others, and play a key role in building a growing team, this could be an excellent opportunity worth exploring.

Check out the varying backgrounds of some of our local leaders:
Jim Schoeck:

• Managing Partner with Modern Woodmen for over 20 years.
• Jim was formerly a jewelry salesperson.
• Experienced distance runner, dedicated family man, and recipient of the District Growth Award in 2023.

Kraigg Knary:

• Transitioned to Modern Woodmen 3 years ago with a background owning and growing a P&C insurance agency for 15 years.
• Well-connected in Moline, IL, 3 daughters and 4 grandkids. Kraigg's wife has a successful career at John Deere.
• He is a strong manager evolving into a mentor, passionate about helping others succeed, and enjoys outdoor activities like riding his side‑by‑side.

Jake Peterson:

• Been with modern woodmen since 2022.
• Started in the financial services industry before transitioning to Modern Woodmen in a corporate role.
• Born and raised in the quad cities. Is married and has 3 kids. Loves coaching sports, traveling, and creating memories with his family.

About Modern Woodmen:

Modern Woodmen is about people. Created for our members. Owned and operated by them too. Together, we’re here for each other, for our families and for the communities we love. We are a member-owned fraternal financial services organization.Together with over 700,000 members, we’ve been touching lives and securing futures since 1883. Modern Woodmen's financial strength is anchored in a robust asset base of $17.14 billion. Guided by a prudent investment philosophy, the organization focuses on high-quality, diversified investments with high industry ratings from A.M. Best and KBRA. With a surplus of $2.42 billion and a solvency ratio of 116.41%, Modern Woodmen is committed to ensuring additional protection for its members, affirming its dedication to long-term financial stability.

The Role of Financial Representative:

As a Financial Representative at Modern Woodmen, you play a pivotal role in addressing members’ financial needs, demonstrating leadership in the community, and supporting the continued growth of the local office. Over time, the role can expand to include recruiting, training, and developing other financial representatives, contributing to the overall success of the team.

Perks/Benefits:

• This position is compensated through commissions and performance-based incentives. Based on historical results, representatives may earn approximately 97,000–192,000 annually; actual earnings vary and are not guaranteed.
• Exclusive training/development with experienced financial services professionals supporting you.
• An environment and culture of mutual support and growth.
• Attainment of prestigious credentials and recognition.
• Consistent opportunities for growing your income and character.
• Strong benefits and retirement package.
• Dental, health, and vision insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Qualifications:

• Someone who is Team Spirited, Enthusiastic and possesses a great Attitude when facing challenges
• Possessing a competitive nature
• Genuine and authentic, with a willingness and drive to do what it takes to contribute and achieve the goal at hand

Required Financial Licenses:

• SIE Certification or Willingness to Quickly Obtain
• Life/Health License or Willingness to Quickly Obtain

Flexible work from home options available.