Financial Advisor Trainee

**Candidates not currently residing in the greater Fresno area WILL NOT be considered for this role** Please instead apply to your local office here: https://opportunities.northwesternmutual.com/financial-advisors

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Fresno, CA. This role will engage in building and nurturing client relationships, develop personalized financial plans, and provide ongoing financial advice. Daily tasks will include learning and mastering financial planning tools, lead generation through networking and prospecting, and collaborating with team members to enhance client experience. The role requires a high level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to learning and growth in the financial advisory field.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree or equivalent professional work experience
• Entrepreneurial ambitions
• History of success in sales, athletics, military, client services, or client-facing roles
• Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Sales and client management experience is a plus
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Passion for helping clients achieve financial security

Compensation and Benefits

• Sales commissions and renewal revenues
• Monthly KPI bonuses up to $22,000 in first 6 months
• New-client and client-retention bonuses
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Company-funded retirement package
• Group life insurance and disability income insurance
• Sponsorship and bonuses for insurance licensing, SIE, Series 7, Series 63, CFP (not a prerequisite for hiring)

Average and Top Performer Income

Average - Top 25%

Year 1 | $64,000 - $148,000

Year 3 | $126,000 - $276,000

Year 5 | $176,000 - $392,000

Year 10 | $388,000 - $872,000

Year 15 | $662,000 - $1.6M

Company Description

Northwestern Mutual has been helping families and businesses achieve financial security for over 160 years. We offer a personalized, holistic approach to financial planning, including insurance and investments. Our advisors provide continuous support with leading insights, technology, and digital-first experiences. Managing over $265 billion in assets and trusted by more than 4.5 million people, we offer a wide range of financial services. We are committed to diversity and growth, supporting our financial workforce and professionals nationwide.

Our award-winning training equips you with the education, skill-building, and development strategies you need to be successful and confident in this career. With additional access to nationwide mentors and leaders, we will surround you with resources to help in your financial expertise, including but not limited to: Personal Planning Analysis - Asset & Income Protection - Education Funding - Investment & Advisory Services - Trust Services - Retirement Solutions - Business Needs Analysis

Our Accolades

• Fortune 500 Ranking: 109
• Glassdoor 2026 Best Places to Work in Finance, Insurance, and Consulting
• Top 5 independent broker-dealer in the Unites States
• Forbes: America’s Best Insurance Companies, 2026
• Forbes: Best Whole Life Insurance Companies, 2025
• The Wall Street Journal: Best Whole Life Insurance Companies, 2025
• Fortune "World's Most Admired Companies"
• Training Magazine APEX Award, 2025
• Selling Power Magazine “50 Best Companies to Sell For”
• BusinessWeek Magazine "50 Best Places to Launch a Career"
• Industry-leading financial strength ratings (A.M. Best: A , Fitch Ratings: AAA, Standard & Poor’s: AA , Moody’s Investors Service: Aaa)