Benefits:
Stipend
401(k)
Bonus based on performance
Company parties
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Vision insurance
Seeking a Licensed Insurance Specialist in Southwest Michigan:
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 - Southwest Michigan is looking to expand our team with a licensed and experienced insurance specialist who is eager to take their career 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 expand. Our thriving district office is located: 950 Trade Centre Way, Ste 210, Portage, MI 49002.
Join Us: Bringing Your Experience to the Next Level
We are actively seeking licensed and experienced insurance specialists from all areas of the industry, including:
Life Insurance Specialists
Health Insurance Agents
Property and Casualty Insurance Experts
Annuities Advisors
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.
What sets us apart:
• Unsurpassed financial strength*
• A long-term approach to planning
• Personal guidance from financial professionals
• A robust digital experience
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:
Sharon Yoder, Managing Director & Wealth Management Advisor:
How long with NM? 18 years.
Previous Experience? Started in financial services during college and developed a passion for financial planning.
Passionate about? Sharon and her husband Mike, with their four children, support foster care and adoption causes. She enjoys traveling, family time, professional networking, and attending Detroit sports games.
Charles Walker, Financial Advisor:
How long with NM? 32 years.
Previous Experience? Transitioned from a corporate role at Kellogg Co.
Passionate about? Charles and his wife Sherry are dedicated to ministry and volunteer work. He enjoys Detroit sports, golfing, and cooking with family and friends.
Steve Lowe, Wealth Management Advisor:
How long with NM? 20 years.
Previous Experience? Former professional hockey player, drafted by the Dallas Stars.
Passionate about? Steve is a family man, supports The Miracle League, and enjoys watching hockey and spending time with his wife and daughters.
Chris Arnone, Financial Advisor:
How long with NM? 5 years.
Previous Experience? Successful in sales before joining NM, U5 Advisor of the Year in 2023.
Passionate about? Chris and his wife Amanda homeschool their six children. He enjoys camping, cars, and making an impact on clients’ financial lives.
Dakota Northup, Financial Advisor:
How long with NM? Less than 1 year.
Previous Experience? Senior Manager in pharmaceuticals and military intelligence officer.
Passionate about? Dakota loves fitness, completing the Murph challenge annually, and enjoys recreational sports and time with family and friends.
Why Our Representatives Thrive:
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 commiserate with outcomes
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Licensing and Education Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Michigan Insurance License
Join us on this exciting journey, where we take insurance and financial services to a whole new level of excitement and fulfillment.
*Ratings are for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company as of the most recent review and report by each rating agency. Ratings are as of 6/23 (Moody's Investors Service), 8/23 (A.M. Best Company), 8/23 (Fitch Ratings) and 5/23 (S&P Global Ratings). Ratings are subject to change.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board) owns the CFP® certification mark, the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification mark, and the CFP® certification mark (with plaque design) logo in the United States, which it authorizes use of by individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
The Chartered Advisor for Senior Living (CASL®) designation is conferred by The American College of Financial Services.
Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries in Milwaukee, WI. Sharon Yoder is a General Agent of NM. Managing Directors are not in legal partnership with each other, NM, or its subsidiaries.