Benefits:
Stipend
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Company parties
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Vision insurance
Seeking an experienced Agent in Greater Bakersfield:
Are you a seasoned insurance 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? Northwestern Mutual of Greater Bakersfield is looking to expand our team with licensed and experienced insurance agents 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 experienced insurance agents, bankers, mortgage brokers and real estate agents, from all areas of the industry, including:
Life Insurance Specialists
Health Insurance Agents
Property and Casualty Insurance Experts
Financial Services (Wealth Manager, CFP, Advisor)
Annuities Advisors
Banking, Mortgage Brokers
Real Estate Agents
Disability Insurance Agents
Long-Term Care Insurance Specialists
Commercial Insurance Professionals
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 representatives 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, 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:
Jose Luis Gonzalez, Financial Advisor:
How long with NM: 11 months with NM.
Prior Experience: 19 years in the banking industry, including management roles at Wells Fargo, Tricounties Bank, and as Vice President of Sales and Membership at a credit union.
Passionate About: Spending time with family, enjoying the outdoors (Ventura beaches, San Simeon, Yosemite), hiking, cycling, camping, volunteering at local schools, and playing basketball with friends.
Maui Ramos, College Unit Director:
How long with NM: 3 years with NM.
Prior Experience: Previously worked in property and casualty insurance and taught yoga part-time.
Passionate About: Educating clients on financial possibilities, spending time with family, playing with his son, exploring new places, and taking the road less traveled.
Eric Shumate, Financial Advisor:
How long with NM: Starting his 5th year on 11/2/24.
Prior Experience: 17 years as a commercial lender with various banks, managing large commercial and agricultural loans, as well as foreclosure and asset disposition during the financial crisis.
Passionate About: Live hard rock music, attending sporting events, daily exercise, and spending time with family.
Carlos Lovera, Field Director:
How long with NM: With NM since November 2020.
Prior Experience: Holds a BBA and master’s degree in Management, with 10 years of corporate experience in oil & gas, covering capital projects, operations, compliance, and more.
Passionate About: Playing golf, watching sports, flying, volunteering, continuous learning, helping others succeed, traveling, and spending time with family.
Brooks Douglass, Financial Advisor:
How long with NM: 13 months with NM.
Prior Experience: General manager at a local startup, worked at a historic restaurant, completed a master’s degree, and coached baseball at Bakersfield College. Played college baseball and graduated from Rogers State University.
Passionate About: Spending quality time with family, golfing, attending USC football games, and socializing with friends.
James Hefley, Managing Director:
How long with NM: 13 years with NM.
Prior Experience: Worked in his family’s small business, a bowling pro shop, and spent college years traveling the U.S. as a competitive bowler.
Passionate About: Golf, supporting the Alzheimer’s Association, Bakersfield Angels (a foster care nonprofit), food, travel, and is a huge Dodgers fan.
What Our Representatives Value Most:
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:
Significant bonus opportunity commensurate with outcomes
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Licensing and Education Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
CA Insurance License or Willingness to Acquire/Reinstate
Join us on this exciting journey, where we take insurance and financial services to a whole new level of excitement and fulfillment.
Our thriving network office is located: 9201 Camino Media, STE 110, Bakersfield, CA 93311
Follow this link to hear about a Day in the Life of a Northwestern Mutual Advisor: https://youtu.be/tar1BSa7Gaw
Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries in Milwaukee, WI. James Hefley is a General Agent of NM. Managing Directors are not in legal partnership with each other, NM, or its subsidiaries.