Job Description

Join our Fairfield County team -- affiliated with our Park Avenue office!

Our Norwalk, CT team is seeking professionals to join our growing practice. Our representatives and advisors strive to understand their clients' goals and dreams in order to develop comprehensive solutions that will help their clients reach financial success.

Even if you have no previous finance experience, we will help nurture and develop your sales and planning talents through our top training program. Our training programs have been nationally ranked and awarded as top training programs throughout the country.

You will be given the flexibility to build your own practice while receiving support and guidance from our firm's exceptional network of financial specialists, training and educational programs, and mentors.

PERKS AT GLANCE:

Location -Our office, located in SONO50 (tallest office building in Norwalk, CT), is highly accessible and within the heart of South Norwalk, CT in Fairfield County. Our team is affiliated with our Park Avenue NYC office, which you would also have access to.

Flexibility -Have the ability to set your schedule and achieve work/life balance.

Wellness & Amenities -Our building amenities include a fitness center, rooftop lounge, casual dining, indoor lounge/game room (ping bong, billiards, and video games), and more.

Growth & Development - There are various paths within this career and we are devoted to helping each person grow professionally and personally.

Culture - We believe our relationships drive us. And our culture of respect, integrity and belonging strengthens us, and our work. Our inclusive culture promotes diversity, teamwork, philanthropy, success, and work/life balance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Build— Work to build a client base by growing relationships with your network and develop knowledge through the training and guidance from our leadership team, individual mentors, and a robust field of supportive professionals

Connect — Serve as the connection to your clients and our team. Present clients with the opportunity to protect and prosper, then drive them to action through expert perspective, influence, and recommendations with our financial planning team and specialists

Own— Take ownership of development and management of the business as you master your craft and build a team. Review and maintain client financial plans, continuing to provide advice and guidance

Grow— There's more than one way to build, grow, and transition your practice. As an entrepreneur with opportunities to become a specialist, lean into leadership, or join a team, you’ll find the growth that fits your vision and your business

DESIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

College degree or equivalent professional work experience
Entrepreneurial ambitions
History of success in relationship-building or client-facing roles
Proficient critical thinking and communication competencies
Values of integrity and honesty
Desire for continuous learning and collaboration

COMPENSATION + BENEFITS:

We support our team with an excellent compensation and benefits package. Earn compensation through paid training, stipends, commissions, bonuses, repeat business and client retention.

Average annual earnings of $70K-$250K; based on 2015-2022 company average for representatives/advisors in the first 3 years. (See below annual average vs. top 25%)

Year 1: $52,000 - $106,000
Year 3: $103,000 - $202,000
Year 5: $139,000 - $289,000
Year 10: $234,000 - $490,000
Year 15: $341,000 - $790,000

Performance-based earnings + additional income to support training and early development
Bonus programs and expense allowances
Renewal income earned for continued client support and management
Support for licensing, credentials and more
Company Funded Retirement Package and Pension Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans
Life Insurance and Disability Income Insurance
Parental benefits at every stage of family planning

ABOUT NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL:

For over 165 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. As such, they are considered independent contractors for income tax purposes, and a statutory employee for Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) tax purposes.

As a company, we value an inclusive and belonging workplace where everyone’s unique viewpoints bring new successes. We strive to create teams that reflect our customers and communities, fostering an environment where all employees are welcomed, valued, and heard.

RECENT AWARDS AND ACCOLADES:

- Fortune 500 company (2023)
- Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity (2018-2021)
- Top 10 US Independent Broker-Dealers
- One of the “World’s Most Admired” (FORTUNE® Magazine)
- $257 billion retail investment client assets held or managed by Northwestern Mutual
- Highest Rated CEO's (Glassdoor)
- 50 Best Companies to Sell For (Selling Power Magazine)
- Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality- Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (2015-2021)
- #1 Amongst Life Insurers Most Admired Companies for Financial Soundness, Quality of Products/Services, and Use of Corporate Assets

*For more information, please submit your resume and a team member will connect with you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Benefits: