Financial Advisor with Competitive Drive

Northwestern Mutual - Buffalo District•Town of Amherst, NY

6d•$70,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Northwestern Mutual's Buffalo District is looking for current and former athletes ready to channel their competitive drive, discipline, and team mentality into building a career and a practice of their own in financial services. As a Financial Advisor, you'll work with clients to understand their financial needs and build personalized strategies to protect their assets, income, and long-term security. You'll regularly review and update client plans to reflect changing circumstances, and grow your practice through referrals, community involvement, and professional networking.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field preferred, but not required
Prior experience in insurance, financial services, or business development is helpful but not mandatory
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build lasting client relationships
Backgrounds in competitive, business-development-oriented fields welcomed — including athletics, medical devices, education, logistics, solar, payroll services, tech business development, real estate, and auto rental
Willingness to obtain required state insurance licenses — training provided, sponsorship considered

Responsibilities

Meet with clients to assess their financial protection and planning needs
Design and implement tailored financial strategies
Regularly review and update client financial plans and insurance policies
Build a client network through referrals, community involvement, and professional associations
Complete required training and obtain applicable state insurance licenses (support and sponsorship provided)