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Financial Advisor - Training + Development Provided

Northwestern Mutual
Northwestern Mutual Salary
Schaumburg, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/22/2026

Are you a self-motivated, performance driven, client-focused professional seeking uncapped growth both financially and professionally?

Join our team Northwestern Mutual and start your career!

About the Career

In the Financial Advisor role with Northwestern Mutual- you will work to deliver financial security to clients through a comprehensive planning process that integrates risk and investment products. We are looking for a go-getter who has the desire to help others better their financial future.

THIS CAREER OFFERS THE FOLLOWING TO YOU:

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

CAN YOU SEE YOURSELF HELPING OTHERS REACH THEIR FINANCIAL GOALS?

Are you wondering if you could be a good fit?

Many people find their calling in financial services after working in other industries- don't let past experience hold you back.

DO YOU...

  • Know how to connect with people, how to build personal, and how to form trusted relationship?
  • Find financial planning interesting to you?
  • Become very committed to your role and find yourself driven by success?
  • Want to earn more for your hard work?
  • Enjoy helping people make more informed, confident decisions about their finances?
  • Find yourself ready to live the life you want, both personally and professionally?
  • Want to build a client base by growing relationships with your network and develop knowledge of NM financial products and market trends.

If you answered yes to one or more of those questions, being a Financial Representative for Northwestern Mutual might be the perfect fit for you!

THIS IS A CAREER WITH ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES

This career is primarily commission based but also includes training stipends and bonuses. It allows you to control what you would want to earn at any given time in your career. To give you an idea, our financial professionals are making on average about $86,000 in their first year, with potential for much more after that. An advantage is that you get to define what success looks like for yourself.

Average Compensation:

Year 1 | $86,000

Year 3 | $275,000

Year 5 | $600,000

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

We want people with different backgrounds and work experience, including but not limited to: financial services, business development, hospitality, banking, sales, marketing, management, educators, athletics, legal, communications, real estate, entrepreneurs, military veterans, and community influencers. It’s also a plus if you have strong interpersonal skills, grit, motivation, and are a self-starter.

LOCATION:

  • Schaumburg
  • In-person the first year

Devotion to its policy owners has led Northwestern Mutual through 164 years of industry success. Some of our accolades include:

  • Fortune 100 Company
  • Number one "World's Most Admired" company by Fortune magazine for over 25 years
  • Named one of the “50 Best Companies to Sell For” by Selling Power magazine
  • Named one of the "50 Best Places to Launch a Career" by BusinessWeek magazine
  • Top 5 independent broker-dealers

Northwestern Mutual has always received the highest possible financial strength ratings from the four major rating agencies:

  • A.M. Best: A
  • Fitch Ratings: AAA
  • Standard & Poor’s: AAA
  • Moody’s Investors Service: AAA

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Financial planning services
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid training
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Schaumburg, IL 60173 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Schaumburg, IL 60173: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Schaumburg, IL 60173

Salary : $85,000 - $120,000

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