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Financial Advisor/Financial Representative
Becoming a Financial Advisor
Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique opportunity to start a business where you can help your clients achieve their goals through financial planning. As a financial advisor, you will:
· Grow your client base by making new connections, maintaining a strong referral networks, and providing a great client experience
· Build personalized, holistic financial plans tailored to every client’s unique needs
· Manage your client’s financial plans to help them achieve their goals
· Grow relationships with clients to support them through every stage of life
On your path to becoming a financial advisor, you start as a financial representative focused on client-building and obtaining licenses. Our award-winning training programs equip you with the education, skill-building, and development strategies you need to be successful building a financial planning practice that focuses on:
Planning Experience · Asset & Income Protection · Education Funding · Investment & Advisory Services · Trust Services · Retirement Solutions · Business Needs Analysis
Northwestern Mutual’s proprietary planning software helps you educate your clients and deliver holistic financial plans—including investments for growth, insurance for protection, and annuities for guaranteed income in retirement—that helps you have a bigger impact on your clients and community. Becoming a business owner allows you to shape your workday around your life and achieve uncapped earning potential through a performance-based compensation structure.
We believe there’s more than one way to start, build, and grow your practice. As an entrepreneur, you can build your business in a way that aligns with your long-term vision & goals like opening an office, joining a sophisticated team, or becoming an advanced advisor.
Training, licensing & designations
Northwestern Mutual has been recognized for maintaining one of the best-trained sales forces in the country. We are committed to your continued training and development throughout your career. That starts with our award-winning curriculum designed to support your first three years in the business. In the program, you’ll hear from industry experts, learn the art of client acquisition to drive longevity in the career, and have access to our national network of tenured financial advisors to learn the business through first-hand experience.
To become a financial advisor, you must obtain the following licenses: Life/Accident & Health Certifications, Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), and Series 6, 7, and 63. Northwestern Mutual provides pre-payment/reimbursement* for course tuition fees and books.
Compensation & Benefits
· Performance-based earnings and revenue1:
o Average advisor annual earnings of $61K-$119K (based on 2018-2023 company average for representatives in the first 3 years)
o Top 25% advisor annual earnings of $137K-$250K (based on 2018-2023 company data for top quartile advisors in the first 3 years)
· Additional income structure to support training and early development
· Renewal income earned for continued client support and policy management
· Bonus programs and expense allowances
· Support for insurance licensing, Securities Industry Essentials®, Series 6, Series 7, Series 63, and more
· Certified Financial Planner® licensing support2
· Fully company-funded retirement package and pension plan
· Competitive and comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans
· Life Insurance and Disability Income Insurance
· Parental benefits at every stage of family planning
You could be right for this opportunity if you have:
· Bachelor’s degree
· Entrepreneurial ambitions to be a business owner
· History of success in relationship-building or client-facing roles
· Excellent time-management skills
· Desire for continuous learning and collaboration
· Proficient critical thinking skills
· Strong communicator
· Strong sense of motivation and drive
· Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship
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 a personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to give our clients the ability to successfully navigate their financial lives.
Our tailored, integrated 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 Advisors are valued partners and proud business owners. As such, they are considered independent contractors3 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.
Why join Northwestern Mutual:
· Top 5 US Independent Broker-Dealers4
· Unsurpassed financial strength with total company assets of $366 billion5
· Recognized for6 Financial Soundness, Quality of Products/Services, Social Responsibility, and Quality of Management
· Fortune 500® company (June 2024)
· Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity (2023)
· Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality- Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (2023)
· 2024 Training APEX Award winner
Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries, including Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company (NLTC), Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC (NMIS) (Investment Brokerage Services), a registered investment adviser, broker-dealer, and member of FINRA and SIPC, and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company® (NMWMC) (Investment Advisory Services), a federal savings bank. NM and its subsidiaries are in Milwaukee, WI.
*Individuals are required to have a minimum of three years of service at Northwestern Mutual to qualify for the designation pre-payment and reimbursement program.
1No level of income is guaranteed. As used here, “revenue” includes exclusively First Year and Renewal Commissions, Bonuses, Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company commissions and fees, Strategic Employee Benefits Services commissions, and Expense Allowances. Data uses average revenue from 2018-2023; included revenue was positive and not equal to 0 and earned by full time, active Financial Representatives producing for the entire year each of the years data was used. First year range is $271.73 - $2,923,976.22. Source: Northwestern Mutual, 2024
2Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization’s initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.
3Northwestern Mutual Financial Representatives are Independent Contractors whose income is based on production. If offered to apply for approval of a contract to become a Northwestern Mutual Financial Representative, a national criminal background check is required. Should the background check results provide information which would not allow someone to work for Northwestern Mutual, approval for contract will be withdrawn.
4Ranking for Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC (NMIS) based on total 2023 AUM, which includes figures that combine NMIS brokerage account activity and AUM with account activity and AUM of investment advisory account of NMIS’s affiliate Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company (NMWMC), which are held through NMIS. Source: InvestmentNews, April 2024.
5Among U.S. life insurers. Ratings are for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company, as of the most recent review and report by each rating agency. Ratings as of: 08/24 (Aaa, Moody’s Investors Service), 08/23 (A++, A.M. Best Company), 07/24 (AAA, Fitch Ratings), 04/24 (AA+, S&P Global Ratings). Ratings are subject to change. Total company assets as of June 30, 2024.
6To determine the best-regarded companies in more than 50 industries, FORTUNE asked executives, directors, and analysts to rate enterprises in their own industry on nine criteria. Details at fortune.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Finance: 1 year (Preferred)
Location:
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33338 (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33338 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Financial Advisor/Financial Representative
Becoming a Financial Advisor
Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique opportunity to start a business where you can help your clients achieve their goals through financial planning. As a financial advisor, you will:
· Grow your client base by making new connections, maintaining a strong referral networks, and providing a great client experience
· Build personalized, holistic financial plans tailored to every client’s unique needs
· Manage your client’s financial plans to help them achieve their goals
· Grow relationships with clients to support them through every stage of life
On your path to becoming a financial advisor, you start as a financial representative focused on client-building and obtaining licenses. Our award-winning training programs equip you with the education, skill-building, and development strategies you need to be successful building a financial planning practice that focuses on:
Planning Experience · Asset & Income Protection · Education Funding · Investment & Advisory Services · Trust Services · Retirement Solutions · Business Needs Analysis
Northwestern Mutual’s proprietary planning software helps you educate your clients and deliver holistic financial plans—including investments for growth, insurance for protection, and annuities for guaranteed income in retirement—that helps you have a bigger impact on your clients and community. Becoming a business owner allows you to shape your workday around your life and achieve uncapped earning potential through a performance-based compensation structure.
We believe there’s more than one way to start, build, and grow your practice. As an entrepreneur, you can build your business in a way that aligns with your long-term vision & goals like opening an office, joining a sophisticated team, or becoming an advanced advisor.
Training, licensing & designations
Northwestern Mutual has been recognized for maintaining one of the best-trained sales forces in the country. We are committed to your continued training and development throughout your career. That starts with our award-winning curriculum designed to support your first three years in the business. In the program, you’ll hear from industry experts, learn the art of client acquisition to drive longevity in the career, and have access to our national network of tenured financial advisors to learn the business through first-hand experience.
To become a financial advisor, you must obtain the following licenses: Life/Accident & Health Certifications, Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), and Series 6, 7, and 63. Northwestern Mutual provides pre-payment/reimbursement* for course tuition fees and books.
Compensation & Benefits
· Performance-based earnings and revenue1:
o Average advisor annual earnings of $61K-$119K (based on 2018-2023 company average for representatives in the first 3 years)
o Top 25% advisor annual earnings of $137K-$250K (based on 2018-2023 company data for top quartile advisors in the first 3 years)
· Additional income structure to support training and early development
· Renewal income earned for continued client support and policy management
· Bonus programs and expense allowances
· Support for insurance licensing, Securities Industry Essentials®, Series 6, Series 7, Series 63, and more
· Certified Financial Planner® licensing support2
· Fully company-funded retirement package and pension plan
· Competitive and comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans
· Life Insurance and Disability Income Insurance
· Parental benefits at every stage of family planning
You could be right for this opportunity if you have:
· Bachelor’s degree
· Entrepreneurial ambitions to be a business owner
· History of success in relationship-building or client-facing roles
· Excellent time-management skills
· Desire for continuous learning and collaboration
· Proficient critical thinking skills
· Strong communicator
· Strong sense of motivation and drive
· Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship
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 a personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to give our clients the ability to successfully navigate their financial lives.
Our tailored, integrated 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 Advisors are valued partners and proud business owners. As such, they are considered independent contractors3 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.
Why join Northwestern Mutual:
· Top 5 US Independent Broker-Dealers4
· Unsurpassed financial strength with total company assets of $366 billion5
· Recognized for6 Financial Soundness, Quality of Products/Services, Social Responsibility, and Quality of Management
· Fortune 500® company (June 2024)
· Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity (2023)
· Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality- Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (2023)
· 2024 Training APEX Award winner
Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries, including Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company (NLTC), Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC (NMIS) (Investment Brokerage Services), a registered investment adviser, broker-dealer, and member of FINRA and SIPC, and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company® (NMWMC) (Investment Advisory Services), a federal savings bank. NM and its subsidiaries are in Milwaukee, WI.
*Individuals are required to have a minimum of three years of service at Northwestern Mutual to qualify for the designation pre-payment and reimbursement program.
1No level of income is guaranteed. As used here, “revenue” includes exclusively First Year and Renewal Commissions, Bonuses, Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company commissions and fees, Strategic Employee Benefits Services commissions, and Expense Allowances. Data uses average revenue from 2018-2023; included revenue was positive and not equal to 0 and earned by full time, active Financial Representatives producing for the entire year each of the years data was used. First year range is $271.73 - $2,923,976.22. Source: Northwestern Mutual, 2024
2Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization’s initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.
3Northwestern Mutual Financial Representatives are Independent Contractors whose income is based on production. If offered to apply for approval of a contract to become a Northwestern Mutual Financial Representative, a national criminal background check is required. Should the background check results provide information which would not allow someone to work for Northwestern Mutual, approval for contract will be withdrawn.
4Ranking for Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC (NMIS) based on total 2023 AUM, which includes figures that combine NMIS brokerage account activity and AUM with account activity and AUM of investment advisory account of NMIS’s affiliate Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company (NMWMC), which are held through NMIS. Source: InvestmentNews, April 2024.
5Among U.S. life insurers. Ratings are for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company, as of the most recent review and report by each rating agency. Ratings as of: 08/24 (Aaa, Moody’s Investors Service), 08/23 (A++, A.M. Best Company), 07/24 (AAA, Fitch Ratings), 04/24 (AA+, S&P Global Ratings). Ratings are subject to change. Total company assets as of June 30, 2024.
6To determine the best-regarded companies in more than 50 industries, FORTUNE asked executives, directors, and analysts to rate enterprises in their own industry on nine criteria. Details at fortune.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Finance: 1 year (Preferred)
Location:
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33338 (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33338 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Northwestern Mutual25
- DriveTime Automotive14
- Johnson Financial Planning6J
- Wealthbridge Financial5
- Royal United Mortgage4
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
- Banking & Financial Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in training advisor jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in education, human resources, organizational development, or a related field
- Experience designing and facilitating adult learning programs in a corporate or institutional setting
- Proficiency with at least one learning management system such as Cornerstone, Workday Learning, or similar platforms
- Strong instructional design skills including needs analysis, curriculum development, and evaluation methods
- Ability to collaborate with subject matter experts to translate technical content into learner-centered training
- Certifications such as CPTD, ATD, or similar credentials are preferred by many employers
Tips for Your Training Advisor Job Search
Tailor your resume to training outcomes
Hiring managers for training advisor roles want to see the impact of your programs, not just what you delivered. Rewrite bullet points to show completion rates, knowledge retention improvements, or time-to-productivity gains for the employees you trained.
List your authoring tools explicitly
Many job postings for training advisors screen by specific tools like Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, or learning management systems. Name the exact platforms you've used in your skills section so your application clears automated filters before a recruiter reads it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists training advisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by instructional method
Some employers need in-person classroom facilitation, others need e-learning developers, and many now want both. Filter your search by keywords like facilitation, virtual instructor-led, or eLearning to reach roles aligned with your actual delivery experience.
Prepare a needs-analysis walkthrough for interviews
Interviewers for training advisor positions often ask how you identify skill gaps before designing a program. Prepare a concise example that walks through how you conducted a needs analysis, what data you used, and how your program design responded to what you found.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Training advisor roles vary widely in whether you design content, facilitate only, or manage vendor relationships. Before accepting, clarify which functions are yours, what budget authority you hold, and whether the role includes a path to program ownership or management.
Training Advisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most training advisors?
Northwestern Mutual, DriveTime Automotive, and Johnson Financial Planning are hiring the most training advisors right now, with openings concentrated in Pennsylvania, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Industries with consistent demand include healthcare systems, financial services, and large government contractors.
How many training advisor jobs are remote?
About 36% of training advisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with virtual roles concentrated in e-learning development and compliance training. Roles that require hands-on facilitation, equipment operation training, or on-site onboarding are more likely to be in-person or hybrid.
How do you become a training advisor?
Most training advisors start with a bachelor's degree in education, human resources, or a related field, then build experience as a facilitator, instructional designer, or HR coordinator. From there, earning a credential like the ATD Certified Professional in Talent Development strengthens your candidacy. Building a portfolio of programs you have designed and delivered is what moves most candidates into advisory roles.
Can you get a training advisor job with little experience?
Entry points into training advisor work are most accessible through roles in onboarding coordination, HR assistant positions, or subject matter expert roles where you take on internal training responsibilities. Volunteering to design or facilitate a training module in your current organization, even informally, gives you a concrete example to discuss in interviews. A community college certificate in instructional design can also accelerate the transition.
What does the training advisor interview process look like?
Most training advisor interviews include a phone screen with HR, followed by a panel or one-on-one interview with a learning and development manager and sometimes a business stakeholder. Candidates are frequently asked to walk through how they approach a needs analysis or describe a program they designed from scratch. Some employers add a practical exercise, such as delivering a short presentation or reviewing a sample course for feedback.
Where can I find and apply to training advisor jobs?
You can find and apply to training advisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and goals.
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