Benefits:

Leadership Opportunities

Supportive Office Culture

Stipend

Retirement

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Training & development

Vision insurance

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Dental insurance

Seeking a Licensed Advisor in West LA:

Are you a seasoned financial professional with a strong sense of mission and a drive to excel in your career? Do you thrive in challenging environments and strive for excellence both in your professional journey and in life? The Quinlan District of Northwestern Mutual is looking to expand our team with licensed and experienced financial advisors who are eager to take their careers to the next level. We are a cohesive group of determined, ambitious professionals dedicated to making a meaningful impact in our clients' lives as we continue to grow across our network of thriving offices.

Join Us: Bringing Your Experience to the Next Level

We are actively seeking licensed and experienced financial advisors from all areas of the industry, including:

Life Insurance Specialists

Financial Services (Wealth Manager, CFP, Advisor)

Annuities Advisors

Disability Insurance Agents

Long-Term Care Insurance Specialists

Group Benefits Consultants

If you have experience in any of these areas, you’ll find an unparalleled opportunity to enhance your career by joining our team. Many of our advisors join us to provide their clients with a broader depth of service, integrating wealth management and financial services into their practice. Your expertise will be valued and utilized in ways that help you grow both professionally and personally.

A Glance at Northwestern Mutual (NM):

Northwestern Mutual is a FORTUNE 500® company that provides a wide range of financial services to more than 5 million people. As a mutual company, we answer to our policyowners—not Wall Street. We began in Wisconsin in 1857, and today we’re one of America’s top companies - as was recognized by FORTUNE ® as one of the “World’s Most Admired” life insurance companies in 2024 - with a unique culture deeply dedicated to helping people achieve financial security.

Our Unique Angle: Meticulous Training and Development

We distinguish ourselves by prioritizing a meticulous focus on the process, ensuring sustainable business practices and a predictable high-activity approach, setting us apart from an industry often fixated on end results.

MEET OUR LOCAL LEADERS, THE HEARTBEAT OF OUR SUCCESS:

Craig Quinlan, Managing Director/Financial Advisor

How long with NM? Started as an intern at NM in 1986 and became a full-time Financial Advisor upon graduation.

Previous Experience? Worked in various business development roles during college before joining Northwestern Mutual.

Passionate Outside of Work? Enjoys spending time with his wife, Renee, their two dogs, and visiting family in Chicago. He’s an avid golfer at Sequoyah Country Club and occasionally enjoys a nice whiskey and cigar.

Ari Simvoulakis, Chief Recruitment Officer

How long with NM? Over eleven years; joined in 2013 as a financial representative intern and later joined the recruiting team full-time.

Previous Experience? Began as an intern at Northwestern Mutual before transitioning into recruiting after graduation.

Passionate Outside of Work? Enjoys traveling the world to learn about new cultures, is an avid boxer, and recently started weightlifting.

Christian Katzman, Financial Advisor

How long with NM? A little over six months.

Previous Experience? Served in the US Marine Corps, earned a BA in International Finance from USC, and an MBA from Pepperdine. Most recently served as Vice President at MUFG in the financial industry.

Passionate Outside of Work? Active in his community, coaching his son's football games, hosting networking events, and serving on local boards. A foodie who travels internationally each year to explore new cuisines.

Laura DiFiglio, CFP®, ChFC®, Financial Advisor

How long with NM? Almost four years; recently nominated for the Inspirational Women Forum and Leadership Award by the LA Times.

Previous Experience? Nearly a decade in the entertainment/production industry as a camera assistant.

Passionate Outside of Work? A creative with a passion for the arts, enjoys outdoor activities and traveling to visit friends and family.

What Join Our Team:

Potential for abundant, consistent, and predictable results.

A collaborative, high-support team environment, fostering growth and camaraderie.

Proven operational systems and cutting-edge technology for enhanced agent efficiency.

Achieving high performance while maintaining a great quality of life.

A company experiencing rapid growth, offering leadership opportunities for top performers.

Benefits:

Opportunity for a substantial first year stipend to support your transition

Significant bonus opportunity commensurate with outcomes

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Licensing and Education Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree (required)

CA Life, Health & Accident, SIE, Series 7 and Series 63 Licenses or Ability to Reinstate/Obtain

Learn more about our West LA culture by viewing this video link: https://youtu.be/i_gyFnbWQTY

Office Located: 11111 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 1100, Los Angeles, CA

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

Flexible work from home options available.