Financial Advisor - Career Changer

Hrchamber

Harrisonburg (VA)

On-site

USD 61,000 - 119,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Fully company-funded retirement package

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability income insurance

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Harrisonburg is seeking an entry-level Financial Advisor. In this role, you will develop client relationships, build tailored financial plans, and deliver comprehensive solutions to meet clients' needs. This position offers a unique opportunity to build your own business, enjoy uncapped income potential and receive extensive training and mentorship. Ideal candidates are motivated individuals from diverse professional backgrounds looking for career growth in finance.

Qualifications

Strong relationship-building skills.
Sales, account management, or client-facing experience preferred.
Strong work ethic and motivation.

Responsibilities

Develop and grow your client base through networking.
Build customized financial plans tailored to client needs.
Deliver comprehensive financial planning solutions.

Skills

Relationship-building skills

Sales experience

Account management experience

Strong work ethic

Coachability

Time management

Job description

Location:Harrisonburg, VA
Entry-Level & Career Changers Welcome | No Experience Required

Becoming a Financial Advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique career opportunity to build your own financial services business while helping individuals, families, and business owners achieve their financial goals through personalized financial planning.

You’ll start as a Financial Representative, focused on client development, relationship building, and licensing, with award-winning training, mentorship, and support to help you launch a successful financial planning and wealth management practice.

This role is ideal for professionals looking for career growth, income potential, entrepreneurship, flexibility, and long-term stability.

Why Choose a Career as a Financial Advisor?

Build your own business with full support
Uncapped income potential
Paid training + licensing reimbursement
Long-term career ownership and leadership paths
Control your schedule, income, and growth

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)

Develop and grow your client base through networking, referrals, and relationship building
Build customized financial plans tailored to each client’s goals and needs
Deliver holistic financial planning solutions, including:
Investment & Wealth Management
Retirement Planning
Asset & Income Protection
Insurance Planning
Education Funding Strategies
Business Succession Planning
Manage and adjust client financial strategies as life changes
Build long-term, trusted relationships across all life stages

Northwestern Mutual is recognized for having one of the best-trained sales and advisory forces in the country.

Our award-winning training program supports your first three years and beyond with:

Client acquisition strategies
Mentorship from top-producing advisors
National advisor network support
Business development coaching
Ongoing leadership training

Licensing Provided & Supported

Life, Accident & Health Insurance Licenses
Securities Industry Essentials (SIE)

Compensation & Income Potential

This is a performance-based compensation model with uncapped earning potential.

Average:$61,000 – $119,000
Top 25%:$137,000 – $250,000

Additional Income Opportunities

Performance bonuses

Benefits Package

Fully company-funded retirement package & pension
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability income insurance

Who Thrives in This Role?

This role is ideal for professionals from sales, business development, banking, finance, marketing, hospitality, education, athletics, and leadership backgrounds.

You Could Be a Great Fit If You Have: