Financial Advisor – Grow Your Career with Purpose
Jump District - Northwestern Mutual
- Taylorville, IL
- $71,000-95,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Retirement
- Bonus based on performance
- Company parties
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Build a Career with Independence and Purpose: If you're someone who thrives on taking initiative, creating structure, and working toward long-term goals, a career in financial services could be your next great opportunity. This role allows you to grow your own client-focused practice—backed by a proven framework, strong mentorship, and the support of a trusted organization.
- Create Meaningful Impact: Use your strategic mindset and leadership skills to help individuals and families make informed decisions that protect their futures and grow their wealth. You’ll build lasting relationships and provide real value in people’s lives.
- Unlimited Potential, Your Way: If you're motivated by performance-based rewards and the freedom to shape your own path, this opportunity offers uncapped income potential. Your growth is driven by your effort, consistency, and commitment—not limited by titles or timelines.
- Freedom with Fulfillment: This career blends flexibility, ownership, and purpose. Your ability to engage clients, develop personalized strategies, and manage your schedule allows you to grow a rewarding practice aligned with your values and goals.
- Started at NM: Nearly 10 years ago.
- Prior to NM: Caleb spent 10 years in mortgage and commercial lending, working with two prominent local banks in Decatur. His lending background gave him a deep understanding of financial solutions and strong community relationships, which he now leverages to help clients and his team thrive.
- Passionate about: Caleb is a proud girl dad of four daughters and can often be found coaching or cheering them on in basketball, dance, show choir, and volleyball. When he gets a moment to himself, he enjoys collecting cigars and bourbon—reflecting his appreciation for quality and tradition.
- Started at NM: Spring of 2024
- Prior to NM: Has been an RN for many years, worked in hospital administration before changing careers to join financial services with NM. She joined NM to have more control of her schedule and have freedom to travel and to make a direct impact in a business helping people to promote change.
- Passionate about: Her and her husband are the always on the go travel sports family!
- Started at NM: September 2024
- Prior to NM: Teacher for 15 years at Garfield Montessori School in Decatur before starting with NM. Came on for flexibility of schedule to spend time with her family.
- Passionate about: Family (4 kids), flexibility to live life, kids, loves track and coaching.
- Started at NM: 2022
- Prior to NM: Played college football at Millikin University. Interned for 1.5 years during school before transitioning to a full-time role with NM. Achieved Central IL Rookie of the Year.
- Passionate about: Enjoys traveling locally to Chicago and St. Louis, spending time in the gym, and is a passionate New Orleans Saints fan.
- Significant bonus opportunity commensurate with outcomes
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Ongoing professional development
- Local culture of support and positive recognition
- Client Consultation: Engage with clients to understand their financial goals, aspirations, and concerns.
- Financial Planning: Develop comprehensive financial plans that include investments, insurance, and retirement.
- Insurance Solutions: Recommend and implement insurance strategies to protect clients' assets and income.
- Ongoing Support: Monitor clients' financial plans and provide regular updates, adjusting strategies as needed to meet changing circumstances.
- Networking: Build and maintain a network of clients through referrals, community involvement, and professional associations.
- Experience: Previous experience in financial services or insurance is not required.
- Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to build trust and rapport with clients.
- Licenses: Obtain necessary licenses, such as Series 6, 63, and state insurance licenses (training and sponsorship available).