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Financial Representative -Training and Development Provided

Northwestern Mutual
Northwestern Mutual Salary
Schaumburg, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/11/2026

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ABOUT THE ROLE

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: ,

  • Athletics Education Field
  • Coaching Field (business, fitness, wellness, education)
  • Communication Community Influencers Field (client facing, recruitment, etc.)
  • Sales Marketing Field
  • Real Estate Mortgage Lending Field
  • Hospitality Field
  • Business Development Business Management Field
  • Finance Banking Field
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Legal Field
  • Military Veterans
  • Community Influencers


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:

  • Commission structure to support early development
  • Uncapped Income Potential
  • Renewable Income
  • Flexibility of your schedule
  • Leadership Opportunities
  • Sponsorship of Licensing/Credentialing SIE, Series 6, Series 63, CFP, and more
  • Robust development bonuses to aid as you launch your business
  • Bonus Programs Expense Allowance
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
  • Retirement Package; Pension Plan
  • Group Life and Disability Income Insurance


Are you ready to change your life and the lives of your clients? Apply now!


About Us

For over 160 years, we have helped our clients spend their lives living through comprehensive and innovative financial planning. We combine the expertise of our financial professionals with personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to give our clients the ability to successfully navigate their financial lives.

Our tailored approach includes multiple financial strategies—insurance, investments, and annuities—built to reinforce each other, keeping our clients consistently on track to meet goal after goal. We lead with unmatched financial strength and access to the best products and services for our clients.

Our Financial Representatives are valued partners, and proud business owners. We value an inclusive and belonging environment where everyone’s different viewpoints bring new successes!


Why join Northwestern Mutual:

  • Fortune 100 company (2021)
  • Forbes' Best Employers for Diversity (2018-2020)
  • Top 10 US Independent Broker-Dealers1
  • #1 Amongst Life Insurers Most Admired Companies2 for Financial Soundness
  • Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality- Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (2015-2021)
  • $224 billion3 (retail investment client assets held or managed)




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

Salary : $86,000 - $275,000

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