Sales Advisor - Training Provided

Northwestern Mutual - Central Illinois; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited earning potential

Bonus based on performance

Training & development

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible schedule

Company events

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual - Central Illinois helps families and businesses protect what matters most and plan for the future. You’ll receive coaching and training to pursue state licenses and build a client-first advisory practice.

Join a team that emphasizes unlimited earning potential, professional development, and flexible scheduling, with a focus on long-term career growth in Illinois communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or related field preferred.
• Experience in insurance or financial services is a plus, but not required.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build lasting relationships.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to understand financial goals and concerns.
• Design strategies to protect assets, income, and financial wellbeing.
• Review and update plans as lives change.
• Grow client base through referrals and community involvement.

Skills

Client meetings

Financial planning

Relationship building

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or business

Job description

Benefits:

• Retirement
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Build a Career You Own, With a Team Behind You

What if your income grew with your effort, your schedule fit your life, and you had a team of coaches invested in your success? At Northwestern Mutual - Central Illinois, you’ll help families and businesses in your community protect what matters most and plan for the future. No financial background? No problem. We’ll provide the training. You bring the drive.

Our Offices

• Springfield: 2921 Greenbriar Drive, Suite A, Springfield, IL 62704
• Lincoln: 2201 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln, IL 62656
• Jacksonville: 606 E State Street, Jacksonville, IL 62650
• Pittsfield: 311 W Washington Street, Pittsfield, IL 62363

What You Get

• Unlimited earning potential. A competitive structure with performance-based incentives and no ceiling.
• A full coaching team. An Activity Coach, Client Building Coach, Performance & Mindset Coach, and Technology Coach, plus weekly mentorship and accountability.
• Training and licensing support. Training for your state insurance licenses, with sponsorship considered, and sponsorship for advanced certifications.
• Flexibility. A schedule built around your personal and professional goals.
• Support behind the scenes. A dedicated planning team, marketing resources, and experienced mentors.
• Work that matters. A real role in helping families in your community secure their financial future.

Who Thrives Here

• People who set goals and chase them
• People who are coachable and hungry to improve
• People who value independence but love being part of a team
• People from business development roles with uncapped earnings, including medical devices, education, logistics, solar, payroll services, tech, real estate, and auto rental

Everyone gets the same 1,440 minutes in a day. Here, how you invest them is up to you.

A Team That Stays

Our advisors build long careers here, and their tenure shows it.

• D. Patrick Scheina, CLU, Managing Director and Wealth Management Advisor (23 years): A former Loss Prevention Safety Consultant who serves on the Sangamon County CEO Board and loves traveling, water recreation, and cooking with his family.
• Eli Cook, Growth and Development Director (12 years): Started as a College Financial Representative in 2014 and grew into leadership. Off the clock, he’s hunting or home with his wife and their cocker spaniel, Colby Jack.
• Brent Shunk, Private Wealth Advisor (39 years): A full career with NM. He and his wife love their grandkids, boating, dancing, and their weekly date night.
• Austin Shunk, Private Wealth Advisor (14 years): Built his entire career at NM. He’s into chess, basketball, maps, swimming, biking, and hiking.
• Sheila Davidsmeyer, Financial Advisor (28+ years): Started as an Associate Financial Representative in 1998 and is a proud supporter of local sports in Pittsfield.

What You’ll Do

• Meet with clients to understand their financial goals and concerns
• Design strategies that protect their assets, income, and financial well-being
• Review and update plans as their lives change
• Grow your client base through referrals, community involvement, and professional associations

What You’ll Need

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or a related field is preferred
• Experience in insurance, financial services, or business development is a plus, but not required
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships
• Willingness to obtain state insurance licenses (training provided)

Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries in Milwaukee, WI. Patrick Scheina is a General Agent of NM and not in legal partnership with NM, or its subsidiaries.