Financial Advisor

Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual offers a unique opportunity to start your own business and help clients achieve their financial goals through comprehensive planning. Initially, you will begin as a financial representative, focusing on client acquisition and obtaining necessary licenses. Our award-winning training programs provide the education, skills, and development strategies essential for building a successful financial planning practice that emphasizes:

• Planning Experience
• Asset & Income Protection
• Education Funding
• Investment & Advisory Services
• Trust Services
• Retirement Solutions
• Business Needs Analysis

Our proprietary planning software aids in educating clients and delivering holistic financial plans that include investments, insurance, and annuities—helping you make a significant impact on your clients and community. As a business owner, you can customize your workday to fit your life and enjoy uncapped earning potential through a performance-based compensation structure.

We support diverse pathways to start, build, and grow your practice, whether by opening an office, joining a team, or becoming an advanced advisor.

As a financial advisor, your key responsibilities will include:

• Growing your client base through networking, referrals, and delivering excellent client service
• Creating personalized, holistic financial plans tailored to each client's needs
• Managing client financial plans to help them meet their goals
• Supporting clients through various life stages to strengthen relationships

Northwestern Mutual is recognized for its well-trained sales force. We commit to your ongoing training and development, starting with an award-winning curriculum designed for your first three years. This includes industry expert insights, client acquisition techniques, and mentorship from experienced advisors.

To qualify as a financial advisor, you must obtain licenses including Life/Accident & Health, Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), and Series 6, 7, and 63. We offer pre-payment/reimbursement for courses and materials.

• Performance-based earnings with average first-year annual income ranging from $61K to $119K, and top performers earning $137K to $250K
• Additional income support during training and early career stages
• Renewal income for ongoing client support
• Bonuses, expense allowances, and licensing support
• Company-funded retirement and pension plans
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Parental benefits at all family planning stages

You may be a good fit if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Entrepreneurial mindset and ambition to own a business
• Success in relationship-building or client-facing roles
• Excellent time management
• A desire for continuous learning and collaboration
• Strong critical thinking and communication skills
• Motivation and drive
• Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship

Our Financial Advisors are valued as independent contractors and considered statutory employees for FICA tax purposes.

Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company and its subsidiaries, based in Milwaukee, WI.

* Minimum of three years of service required to qualify for pre-payment/reimbursement programs.

1. Revenue includes commissions, bonuses, fees, and allowances, based on data from . No income level is guaranteed.

2. CFP certification is owned and licensed by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc.

3. Advisors are independent contractors; background checks are required for contract approval.

USD $61,000 - $250,000 per year