Benefits:

Retirement

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Join the Winning Team at Stokes Financial Group: Are you an athlete at heart with a passion for teamwork and competition? Bring your sports background to a dynamic career as a Financial Representative with Stokes Financial Group!

Why Current and Former Athletes Thrive Here:

We recognize the unique strengths and qualities that former and current athletes bring to the table. Athletes excel in our environment because of their inherent drive, discipline, and competitive spirit, which are essential traits for success in the insurance and financial services industry. Here’s why athletes thrive with us:

Teamwork and Collaboration: Just like in sports, our success depends on teamwork and collaboration. Athletes naturally excel in a team setting, working together towards common goals and supporting each other to achieve the best results for our clients.

Resilience and Determination: Athletes are accustomed to facing challenges and persevering through difficult situations. This resilience translates well to the professional world, where overcoming obstacles and staying focused on long-term goals are key to building a successful career.

Goal-Oriented Mindset: The drive to set and achieve goals is second nature to athletes. This goal-oriented mindset helps our representatives stay motivated and committed to helping clients achieve their financial objectives.

Discipline and Time Management: Balancing training, competitions, and academics instills a strong sense of discipline and time management in athletes. These skills are invaluable in managing a client portfolio, meeting deadlines, and maintaining a high level of productivity.

Competitive Spirit: The competitive nature of athletes fuels their desire to excel and be the best in their field. This competitive spirit drives our representatives to continuously improve, exceed performance targets, and deliver exceptional service to clients.

Meet some of our local team, many who have excelled in athletics:

Nicole Stokes - Managing Director:

How long with NM? Over 14 years.

Prior Experience? Served as a nonprofit executive and earned a Master’s in Public Health. Also worked briefly as an adjunct professor at USF.

Passionate About? Enjoys time with her husband, five daughters, and three dogs. Passionate about staying active with her trainer, hiking on vacations, and traveling. Deeply involved in the community, having led two Girl Scout troops for over a decade.

T.G. Taylor - Growth and Development Director:

How long with NM? Joined in 2017.

Prior Experience? Served as an Army officer for 20 years.

Passionate About? Enjoys cycling throughout Tampa and Florida. Proud dad who loves cheering for his daughter Charley on the Brandon All-Stars cheer team.

Savannah Linbach - Financial Advisor:

How long with NM? Joined in 2021.

Prior Experience? Originally from Virginia Beach, attended Old Dominion University, and began at NM as a relationship manager with no prior financial services experience.

Passionate About? Loves sports, beaches, family, nightlife, and reading. Favorite hockey team: the Capitals.

Zachary McVicker - Financial Representative:

How long with NM? Joined in 2024.

Prior Experience? Still active in the Army Reserves, previously a Platoon Leader in the USAR, and worked as a shipping manager for a medical company.

Passionate About? Focused on healthy eating, wellness, and faith. Enjoys gaming, computers, and his time in the Reserves. Graduate of Florida Christian College. Loves SCUBA diving and snorkeling.

Aldrich De Jongh: Financial Advisor:

How long with NM? Joined in January 2024.

Prior Experience? Played professional baseball in the minor leagues for the LA Dodgers. Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Management from Florida Atlantic University.

Passionate About? Faith-focused and actively involved with Radiant Church in Tampa. Loves giving back to kids’ organizations through sports. Married to Ashley, originally from Curaçao, Netherlands. Big sports fan, especially of the Tampa Bay Rays.

Key Responsibilities: As a Financial Advisor, your primary role will be to engage with clients to understand their comprehensive financial needs, providing personalized guidance to help them achieve their financial protection and planning goals. You will design and implement tailored strategies that safeguard clients' assets, income, and overall financial well-being, ensuring their long-term security. Regularly reviewing and updating clients' financial plans and insurance policies to reflect any changes in their circumstances or goals will be crucial to ensure continuous protection. Additionally, you will cultivate a robust network of clients through referrals, active community involvement, and professional associations.

Qualifications: We prefer candidates with a bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related discipline. While prior experience in insurance, financial services, or business development is beneficial, it is not mandatory. Successful candidates will possess excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, strong analytical skills, and the capability to build lasting client relationships. We welcome individuals from business development-oriented organizations with uncapped earnings potential, including those from Medical Device, Education (teachers, administrators), Logistics, Solar, Payroll Services, Tech Business Development, Real Estate, Auto Rental and others. You will be required to obtain state insurance licenses, with training provided and sponsorship considered.

Benefits: You will have continuous access to training and development programs, with sponsorship for advanced certifications to enhance your expertise. We offer a lucrative compensation structure including performance-based incentives and unlimited earning potential. You will receive extensive support from a dedicated planning team, marketing resources, and experienced mentors. Enjoy the flexibility to design a work schedule that aligns with your personal and professional goals. Most importantly, you will play a pivotal role in helping individuals and families secure their financial future, making a lasting difference in the community.

Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries in Milwaukee, WI. Nicole Stokes is a General Agent of NM and not in legal partnership with NM, or its subsidiaries.

Flexible work from home options available.