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Financial Advisor (career changers welcome to apply)

Northwestern Mutual - Metro Detroit
Troy, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026

GET MORE OUT OF YOUR CAREER

Choose a career where changing someone else’s life for the better is also life-changing for you – personally, professionally and financially.


FINANCIAL PLANNING WITH NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL

Are you looking for more fulfillment from your career? Are you starting to think about a job change? Now’s the time to consider Northwestern Mutual.

Our financial professionals help clients reach their goals by developing and implementing financial plans to show clients where they are today, plan where they want to go tomorrow and provide the financial tools and support to help them get there.

Sounds exciting and scary all at the same time? Don’t worry, we don’t expect you to know everything on day one. That’s why you’ll receive in-depth training and partner with industry experts until you’re ready to do it on your own.

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THIS CAREER OFFERS YOU:

  • Stipends for training and licensing to help you get started.
  • The ability to positively impact someone else's life.
  • Personalized mentoring and award-winning training programs.
  • Backing by Northwestern Mutual, an industry leader with a proven track record of success.


Responsibilities

  • Provide financial planning support to clients
  • Support investment professionals to cultivate client relationships
  • Prepare financial plans and check their accuracy


Total Gross Revenue:

  • Top 10% average $1,977,243
  • Top 25% average $1,316,839
  • Average $539,133


1-4 year FRs

  • Top 10% average $327,489
  • Top 25% average $235,866
  • Average $118,900


5 year FRs

  • Top 10% average $2,119,165
  • Top 25% average $1,461,146
  • Average $616,319


Beyond income, you'll also have access to a comprehensive benefits package:

  • Comprehensive medical insurance
  • Two pension plans
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
  • Reimbursement for licensing and ongoing education



Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Entrepreneur mindset
  • Communication skills

Salary : $118,900

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