Financial Advisor (Denver) - Northwestern Mutual

Denver•Denver, CO

3h•Hybrid

About The Position

Northwestern Mutual is hiring a Financial Advisor to build a client base and develop a financial-planning practice within the firm's training and support framework. The role centers on building relationships, earning clients’ trust, and helping them pursue financial goals through insurance, investments, and long-term planning. Advisors develop personalized plans to help clients protect income, grow wealth, and plan for major life milestones, while maintaining relationships and providing ongoing guidance. Over time, advisors can build a book of business that generates recurring income. Compensation is performance-based and uncapped; income is not guaranteed. The company reports average earnings of $70,000–$130,000 for Years 1–3 and $175,000–$330,000+ for the top 25 percent during Years 1–3. The posting also lists a pay range of $70,000–$200,000 per year. This is a long-term, entrepreneurial career opportunity rather than a short-term sales role. Building a client base takes time and consistent prospecting, and the posting notes that some advisors find it helpful to have financial stability or savings during the early stages. The position offers flexibility to design a schedule and work independently within a structured team and training environment. It is in person, with flexible hybrid work possible after training, and applicants should be located or able to relocate within reasonable commuting distance of Greenwood Village, Colorado. No prior financial-services experience is required. Northwestern Mutual provides a structured development program during the first five years, licensing support, ongoing coaching and mentorship, access to a national advisor network, and planning tools and client resources. Advisors are described as independent contractors for income tax purposes and statutory employees for FICA tax purposes. The posting also describes the role as full-time.

Requirements

Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
High level of personal accountability.
Entrepreneurial mindset.
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Comfort with prospecting, reaching out to people, following up, and asking for introductions.
Consistency and discipline in building a client base, including before results are apparent.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree; listed as nice to have and not required.
Two to five years of sales experience is preferred.
A strong existing personal or professional network, or the ability to build one quickly.
A competitive mindset and motivation for income growth.
Experience in sales, athletics or other competitive environments, leadership, entrepreneurship, community influence, or highly networked professional roles.
Willingness to learn the technical aspects of financial planning and commit to the process.