Independent Financial Advisor & Planner Build Your Practice

Northwestern Mutual; Northeast St Louis (MN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Licensing support

Fully company-funded retirement

Performance-based earnings

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual seeks a Financial Advisor to start a business-building practice, focusing on client acquisition, holistic financial planning, and ongoing client service. You begin as a financial representative and progress through licensing to become an independent contractor with uncapped earning potential.

The role emphasizes education, training, and designations, with company-backed licensing support and access to a nationwide advisor network for mentoring and growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Entrepreneurial ambitions to own a business.
• 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 and self-motivated.
• Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Grow your client base by making new connections and leveraging referrals.
• Build personalized, holistic financial plans for clients.
• Manage client financial plans to help them achieve goals.
• Grow relationships with clients through life stages.

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Client relationship building

Time management

Continuous learning

Critical thinking

Strong communication

Motivation and initiative

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Northwestern Mutual seeks a Financial Advisor to start a business-building practice, focusing on client acquisition, holistic financial planning, and ongoing client service. You begin as a financial representative and progress through licensing to become an independent contractor with uncapped earning potential.

The role emphasizes education, training, and designations, with company-backed licensing support and access to a nationwide advisor network for mentoring and growth.