Posted: Jan 24, 2026
Overview 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. Our award-winning training programs equip you with the education, skill-building, and development strategies you need to be successful in building a financial planning practice. Becoming a business owner allows you to shape your workday around your life and achieve uncapped earning potential through a performance-based compensation structure. Responsibilities As a financial advisor, you will: Grow your client base by making new connections, maintaining a strong referral network, and providing a great client experience Build personalized, holistic financial plans tailored to every clients unique needs Manage your clients financial plans to help them achieve their goals Grow relationships with clients to support them through every stage of life Compensation & Benefits Performance-based earnings and revenue: Average advisor annual earnings of $61K-$119K (based on 2018-2023 company average for representatives in the first 3 years) Top 25% advisor annual earnings of $137K-$250K (based on 2018-2023 company data for top quartile advisors in the first 3 years) Support for insurance licensing, Securities Industry Essentials®, Series 6, Series 7, Series 63, and more Fully company-funded retirement package and pension plan Competitive and comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans Life Insurance and Disability Income Insurance Qualifications You could be right for this opportunity if you have: Bachelors 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 Job Type: Full-time Pay: $61,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Financial planning services Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Paid training Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Compensation Package: 1099 contract Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tampa, FL 33614 Apply Job!