Financial Advisor

Our district office in Santa Monica, CA is seeking a highly motivated and driven individual to join our team as a Financial Advisor at Northwestern Mutual. As a Financial Advisor, you'll work collaboratively with other professionals to provide comprehensive and innovative financial planning services to clients.Responsibilities:Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients by providing financial planning servicesConduct client meetings to assess their financial needs, goals, and risk toleranceDevelop and implement financial plans to help clients achieve their financial objectivesProvide investment advice and manage client portfolios to ensure they are aligned with their financial goals and risk toleranceStay up-to-date with the latest financial trends and developments to provide the best possible advice to clientsCollaborate with other professionals, such as attorneys and accountants, to provide holistic financial planning adviceMeet regularly with clients to review their financial plans and make adjustments as necessaryGenerate new business through networking and referralsAt Northwestern Mutual, we're committed to providing our Financial Advisors with the best possible training and support to help them succeed. Our award-winning training programs and mentorship culture are designed to help you build your skills and knowledge in financial planning and investment management. In addition, our highly collaborative culture encourages teamwork and knowledge sharing, so you'll have access to a network of experienced professionals who can provide guidance and support as you grow in your role.We believe that former collegiate athletes and veterans bring unique skills and experiences to this role, including discipline, teamwork, and leadership. We value diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply, including those from diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities.We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement plan, and opportunities for professional development and growth. As a performance based compensation role, there is no cap on your earning potential, providing unlimited opportunities for top performers.Compensation & BenefitsCommission structure to support early developmentRenewable incomeBonus programs and expense allowancesSupport for insurance licensing, SIE, Series 6 or 7, Series 63, CFP, and moreRetirement Package and Pension PlanMedical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Disability Income InsuranceFamily PlanningYou could be right for this opportunity if you have:4-year degree; or equivalent professional work experienceEntrepreneurial ambitionsHistory of success in sales, athletics, military, client services, or client-facing rolesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong attention to detail and ability to analyze complex financial dataDemonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationshipsExcellent time-management skillsDesire for continuous learningLegal authorization to work in the US without sponsorshipIf you're passionate about helping others achieve their financial goals and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in financial planning and investment management, we encourage you to apply for this position!About UsFor 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 strategiesinsurance, investments, and annuitiesbuilt 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 everyones different viewpoints bring new successes!Why join Northwestern Mutual:Fortune 100 company (2023)Forbes' Best Employers for Diversity (2018-2023)Top 10 US Independent Broker-Dealers1#1 Amongst Life Insurers Most Admired Companies2 for Financial SoundnessBest Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality- Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (2015-2023)$224 billion3 (retail investment client assets held or managed)