Financial Advisor

About the Role

Northwestern Mutual is seeking a Financial Representative - Advisor for a full-time position in the Greater Chicago Area, with time spent in Oak Brook and Chicago, IL office locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with clients to develop and implement tailored financial plans to achieve their short and long-term goals.
• Provide expert guidance on investments, retirement planning, insurance, and financial strategies.
• Maintain ongoing client relationships.
• Monitor financial portfolios and recommend adjustments based on market trends and client needs.
• Ensure exemplary client service and support.
• Acquire clientele and find financial solutions.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Professional work experience and a college degree.
• Entrepreneurial ambitions / spirit.
• History of personal success.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Desire for continuous learning.
• Interpersonal relationship skills.
• Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship.

Backgrounds in sales, consulting, teaching, coaching, real estate, communication, marketing, mortgage lending, public relations, car sales, hospitality, training, management, accounting, business owners, or technology are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated history of personal success.
• Thrives in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Values professional interdependence with a world-class company.
• Demonstrated interest in community impact and business development.
• Must obtain life and health certification before training begins.
• Must obtain investment licenses (SIE, Series 6 & 63 or Series 7 & 66) by the end of the first contract year.

Compensation & Benefits

• Performance-based compensation plan.
• Commission structure to support early development.
• Unlimited earning potential and opportunity to build equity.
• Renewable income.
• Mentorship and professional development training throughout your entire career.
• Support for insurance licensing, SIE, Series 6 & 63 or Series 7 & 66.
• Retirement Package and Pension Plan.
• Parental leave.
• Flexible schedule.
• Health savings account.
• Opportunity to design your roadmap to leadership and specialized roles.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Disability Income Insurance.

Income Growth Opportunity is primarily commission-based and includes stipends and bonuses.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Flexible schedule
• Hybrid schedule