About this opportunity
Northwestern Mutual lists this Sales Executive / Financial Advisor - Entrepreneurs + Career Changers Encouraged opportunity in san diego, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
While many companies are downsizing, Northwestern Mutual is thriving - 2025 was the best year in 169-year history. The demand for wealth management and financial planning tends to increase during economic downturns and we're growing our team of Financial Advisors to meet that demand.
A new Financial Advisor is typically a career changer who has hit a ceiling in their current industry, desires a more stable work environment and wants to be control of their career trajectory. They possess an entrepreneurial spirit, history of success in business development or sales, strong self-motivation, a high standard of ethics, and desires to make a meaningful impact on people's lives.
We have had people transition from sales or client facing roles in many industries - medical device, pharmaceutical sales, recruiting, software sales, solar, manufacturing, and fitness/personal training. We provide ample training to get career changers up and running!
As a Financial Advisor, you will:
Grow your client base by making new connections, maintaining a strong referral network, and providing a great client experience
Build personalized, holistic financial plans tailored to every client’s unique needs including insurance, investments, wealth management, education planning, retirement planning
Manage your client’s financial plans to help them achieve their goals long term
Grow relationships with clients to support them through every stage of life
Desired Skills and Experience:
BA or BS degree from a four-year institution preferred
Prior sales and/or business experience preferred and possess a history of personal and professional success.
Prior financial services experience not needed -- extensive training platform provided.
While you help provide financial security to your clients, Northwestern Mutual is committed to offering its financial advisors a comprehensive compensation and benefits program which includes:
Uncapped Income Potential
Control of your own calendar and office cadence
Leadership Opportunities
Fully paid sponsorship of Licensing/Credentialing
Robust development bonuses in the first year to aid as you launch your business
Expense Allowance
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage subsidized by the Company
Retirement Package and Pension Plan
Group Life and Disability Income Insurance
Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account
On average, our first-year advisors are making about $80,000, top 25% is 125-150, top 10% is $200, 250+ in your first year.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid training
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Diego, CA 92101
Worksite address
san diego, CA, 92189, US
Who can apply
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