Job Description

Financial Advisor / Financial Representative

About the opportunity?

Financial representatives with Northwestern Mutual provide expert guidance and innovative solutions to help meet a client's financial goals and objectives at every life stage. They offer exclusive access to insurance products from a top-rated company, The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (Northwestern Mutual), as well as an array of quality financial products and services available through the company’s subsidiaries and affiliates. .

Do you have what it takes to leverage the maximum potential of this career with the right mix of skills, ambition, and timing? If you're a top-notch performer, value the freedom of being your own boss, want to be financially rewarded for your success, and have the desire to positively impact people's lives every day we want to hear from you!

What we are looking for?

We are looking for candidates with an entrepreneurial spirit that enjoy working in a fast-paced, highly productive and value-driven environment.

BA or BS degree from a four-year institution preferred; strong interpersonal skills; self-motivated; history of personal success a must.

About Northwestern Mutual Financial Network

The Northwestern Mutual Financial Network offers a personalized approach to uncovering financial solutions tailored to each client's individual needs.

Financial representatives with Northwestern Mutual provide expert guidance and innovative solutions to help meet a client's financial goals and objectives at every life stage. They offer exclusive access to insurance products from a top-rated company, The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (Northwestern Mutual), as well as an array of quality financial products and services available through the company’s subsidiaries and affiliates.

Leverage Our Strength : You can count on us to help you build strong financial futures for your clients. Financial strength is the cornerstone of any company, and Northwestern Mutual has an exceptionally strong financial position.

When a client is looking for someone to help manage their financial risk and achieve financial security in today's complex world, they have much to consider. For example, what do others say about the organization? Is it financially strong enough to be there when you need it? Does it deliver exceptional value over the long term? Does it take care of its customers and provide them with excellent service? Do the company's values match your own?

Consider these facts:

• Northwestern Mutual is the nation's largest direct provider of individual life insurance.¹
• Northwestern Mutual pays more in total individual life insurance dividends to policyowners than any other company in the industry. ²
• Northwestern Mutual has the highest ratings in the life insurance industry from all four major rating agencies.³
• Northwestern Mutual is one of the top 50 "World's Most Admired" companies according to industry experts and analysts in FORTUNE® magazine's 2009 annual survey.⁴
• Northwestern Mutual has a persistency rate of 96.1% for life insurance in-force, a key indicator of customer satisfaction.

This position is based in our Downtown Cleveland office.

Company Profile

Why the Northeast Ohio Group?

• Northwestern Mutual Financial Network has been serving Cleveland since 1886. Our experienced representatives offer our clients personal and business financial solutions as well as investments.
• The Northeast Ohio Group has sold more than $5.3 billion of life insurance. That means we have sold more life insurance than 81% of all U.S. life insurance companies.
• The Northeast Ohio Group is aligned around our network office’s core values; these values support our mission of developing enduring relationships with our clients.
• We’ll help you understand how your attitude, desire and discipline determine your success as a representative.

Training and Development

The Northeast Ohio Group provides you with comprehensive training and development for your professional growth. Take advantage of:

• Certified sales training that builds a foundation in Northwestern Mutual’s needs-analysis process and product knowledge.
• Access to knowledgeable specialists and support staff.
• Ongoing education for your personal and professional growth, including coaching, mentoring, study groups, etc.
• Continued advancement of your education through professional studies, such as Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) and Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) certifications.

Your career as a financial representative is what you make of it. You can achieve financial independence from a career that offers the chance for success personally, professionally and financially.

Learn more about becoming a Financial Representative, or consider an Internship Program.