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Serve as a go-to investment product expert for financial advisors through inbound phone consultations, scheduled deep-dive sessions, webinars, and in-person meetings at Network Offices.
Consult on complex financial planning scenarios, guiding advisors through product selection, tax considerations, competitive positioning, and client-specific circumstances to reach the best solution.
Connect the dots between tax rules, product features, competitor positioning, and financial planning best practices to help advisors confidently guide their clients to the right solution.
Training & Presentation
Deliver impactful training on investment products, markets, sales concepts, and planning topics to advanced audiences, including field leadership and senior management.
Serve as a featured speaker at home office and Network Office events on planning, product strategy, and market trends.
Create training content that builds product awareness, advisor conviction, and practical sales skills.
Product Analysis & Guidance
Analyze prospect statements and competitors' products to provide clear, actionable guidance to advisors.
Provide strategic advice on taxes, retirement planning, investments, and educational planning aligned with clients' financial goals.
Cover the full consulting scope: annuities, brokerage, advisory, alternatives, trust, cash management, IRAs, education savings plans, and retirement plans.
Collaboration & Innovation
Work across departments to align with organizational goals by contributing to high-impact projects and serving as a liaison for various regions, product areas, and market segment teams.
Bring fresh ideas by combining product knowledge, sales strategy, and technology to continuously improve how we support advisors.
Contribute insights from your advisor interactions to help improve products, sales processes, and support strategy over time.
Continuous Learning
Stay current on product enhancements, the competitive landscape, regulatory and policy changes, and financial planning best practices.
Qualifications
Must-Haves
Bachelor's degree in business, finance, marketing, or a related field
Minimum 6 years of experience in a financial services environment with in-depth understanding of financial products and financial planning
FINRA Series 7 license (active)
Proven ability to consult on complex financial topics and confidently propose effective, needs-based solutions
Strong presentation skills, comfortable delivering clear, engaging content to audiences of all sizes and levels
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and influence others toward action
Nice-to-Haves
Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or similar)
CFP, CLU, ChFC, CFA, RICP, or other relevant designations
Previous experience as a Northwestern Mutual financial representative
Knowledge of qualified retirement plan regulations, from plan selection and implementation to investment strategies and employee education
Experience leading large-scale projects or cross-divisional liaison responsibilities
Strong working knowledge of current retail investment industry trends and the competitive landscape
What You Can Expect
A collaborative, high-performing team of deep subject matter experts who are passionate about advisor success
High visibility: you'll be a recognized voice on investment product strategy within the organization
Ongoing development through exposure to complex case work, cross-functional projects, and evolving product lines
The opportunity to directly shape how Northwestern Mutual supports its advisors and their clients
This position has been classified as a Registered Representative under NMIS guidelines and requires fingerprinting.Series 6 - FINRA, SIE - FINRA
Compensation Range:
Pay Range - Start:
$89,360.00
Pay Range - End:
$134,040.00
Geographic Specific Pay Structure:
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