Benefits:

Retirement

Company parties

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Join the Winning Team at Salinas Financial Group!

Are you bilingual and deeply connected to your local community? Join Northwestern Mutual as a Financial Representative and explore the opportunity to serve and build lasting relationships with a diverse, multilingual client base across Greater Los Angeles.

Financial Representatives at Salinas Financial Group offer expert advice and innovative solutions to address the diverse financial needs of both individuals and businesses. Their comprehensive services cover retirement planning, insurance and investment strategies, estate planning, business planning, education funding, and employee benefits. With a strong focus on understanding each client’s unique goals and aspirations, they work closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies that are designed to set them on a path toward long-term financial success and security.

Check this link out to hear about the type of care we provide: https://youtu.be/F1hDE1zagx8?si=l4Bqw-rdpiDd08qu

Why Bilingual Professionals Can Thrive Here:

Enhanced Client Communication & Trust – Bilingual professionals can effectively engage with diverse clients, breaking language barriers and fostering trust, which is crucial in financial services.

Global Market Understanding – Your multilingual skills and cultural awareness may allow you to navigate international markets, identify opportunities, and cater to a wider client base.

Leadership & Adaptability – Having managed teams across different linguistic and cultural backgrounds, you could bring strong leadership, adaptability, and problem-solving skills to the financial services industry.

Competitive Advantage in a Diverse Industry – Bilingual professionals could serve an increasingly diverse clientele, providing tailored financial solutions and enhancing customer experience, giving you the opportunity to gain a competitive edge.

Meet some of our local team:

Devin Salinas - Managing Director:

How long with NM? Joined NM in 2009 as an intern and became a full-time Financial Representative in 2010. He has been with the Beer Financial Group since 2017 as Managing Director.

Prior Experience? Studied Finance and Economics at Linfield College. Devin was one of the top producing College Financial Representatives during his internship and has been a perennial Lives Leader Summit qualifier since 2012.

Passionate About? Devin enjoys working with entrepreneurs, business owners, and retirement clients. Outside of work, he is passionate about long-distance triathlons, where he has been recognized as an Ironman All World Athlete and multi-time USAT All American.

Kyle Billings – Director of Development:

How long with NM? Joined Northwestern Mutual in January 2022 and was promoted to Director of New Advisor Development within three months.

Prior Experience? Kyle has a background in journalism and marketing, with an MBA from Pepperdine University. He previously worked as a Champagne Specialist, Marketing Manager for Moet Hennessy, and Director of Marketing for an Australian Non-Alcoholic Spirits Brand.

Passionate About? Kyle is passionate about mentoring and has led the Class of 2024 to the number 1 position nationwide. He is also an Advanced Sommelier, one of fewer than 700 in the world, and is currently studying for his CFP designation.

Ulises Leach - Lead Recruiter:

How long with NM? Joined Northwestern Mutual in November 2022 as a recruiter in the Santa Monica office.

Prior Experience? Ulises served in the United States Navy for 4 years, then graduated with a degree in Political Science from UCLA in 2020. He has since focused on helping veterans transition into civilian careers.

Passionate About? Ulises enjoys connecting with individuals looking to pivot their careers and find opportunities with Northwestern Mutual. Outside of work, he loves spending time with his fiancé, Alexa, their two dogs, Coqueta and Chata, and attending Los Angeles sporting events.

Erik Gutierrez - Field Director:

How long with NM? Joined the Beer Financial Group in 2020.

Prior Experience? Erik quickly grew his practice, helping the Santa Monica office become one of the top-producing firms in the region. He has earned numerous awards, including Pacesetter 40 and qualifying for FastTrack Academy.

Passionate About? Erik is a gifted athlete with a background in baseball at Lipscomb University and maintains an interest in golf and pickleball. He is also active in his church and community.

Dominique Jackson – Field Director:

How long with NM? Dominique has been with Northwestern Mutual since the start of her career and has seen consistent year-over-year growth.

Prior Experience? She is the top-producing new advisor in the network, qualifying for FastTrack Academy and advancing into leadership early in her career.

Passionate About? Dominique is passionate about travel and making an impact, and has been instrumental in building one of the top district offices in California.

Eric Cho – Financial Representative:

How long with NM? Eric joined Northwestern Mutual in August 2024, early in his career, and has quickly demonstrated his dedication and ambition.

Prior Experience? A graduate of Berkeley, Eric comes from a family of entrepreneurs and has a strong foundation in relationship-building and productivity. Despite being early in his career, he has already set goals for leadership and is off to a great start in building enterprise value.

Passionate About? Eric is passionate about building a lasting financial practice and helping clients achieve their financial goals. He is committed to financial planning and, as a family man, values work-life balance with his wife and child.

Key Responsibilities: As a Financial Representative, 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.

Follow this link to hear about a Day in the Life of a Northwestern Mutual Advisor: https://youtu.be/xkcAILqGa98?si=skXQvcyW6TSYsnR1

Required Skills: BA or BS degree from a four-year institution is preferred. The candidate must be an accomplished communicator with strong verbal and written skills. Prior sales and/or business experience preferred. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, self-motivated, demonstrated history of personal and professional success, high standard of ethics.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Bilingual

Passionate about Business and Finance

Benefits:

Exceptional income potential

Growth opportunities

Extensive training and development; mentorship provided

Sponsorship of Licenses: FINRA, series 6, series 7, series 63, series 65, series 66, life and health insurance license

Development stipends

Expense allowance

Comprehensive medical coverage

Two company funded retirement plans: a traditional pension plan and a defined contribution plan

Group life and disability income insurance

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

Flexible work from home options available.