Benefits:

Retirement
Bonus based on performance
Company parties
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Vision insurance

Join the Winning Team at Willour District – Northwestern Mutual!

Are you an athlete at heart with a passion for teamwork and competition? Bring your sports background to a dynamic career as a Financial Advisor with Willour District - Northwestern Mutual!

Why Current and Former Athletes Can Thrive Here:

We recognize the unique strengths and qualities that former and current athletes bring to the table. Athletes can 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.

Our thriving office is located: 576 Bielenberg Drive Suite 250 Woodbury, MN 55125

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

Josh Willour – Managing Director:

Time with Northwestern Mutual: 16 years
Previous Experience: Started as an intern and has built his career with Northwestern Mutual since.
Outside Interests: Passionate about family life—spending time with his wife and their five kids traveling, enjoying sports, and being together as often as possible.

Seth Hendricks – Financial Representative:

Time with Northwestern Mutual: 6 years
Previous Experience: Former Police Officer
Outside Interests: Enjoys running marathons and Ragnar races, creative play with his son and daughter, and movie nights with his wife.

Halsted Knutson – Wealth Management Advisor:

Time with Northwestern Mutual: 4 years
Previous Experience: Was pursuing a Doctorate in Chiropractic Care before joining NM.
Outside Interests: Loves traveling with his wife and four kids, trying new coffee shops, staying active, coaching his daughter’s softball team, and spending time outdoors.

Dave Dettmann – Wealth Management Advisor:

Time with Northwestern Mutual: 14 years
Previous Experience: Former teacher and photographer
Outside Interests: Enjoys time with family and friends, boating, wakeboarding, and attending music festivals.

Michelle Lother – Associate Wealth Management Advisor and College Unit Director:

Time with Northwestern Mutual: 5 years
Previous Experience: Graduated from Mankato State University with a degree in General Finance; played college basketball.
Outside Interests: Loves walking her dog, exploring new breweries, traveling with her fiancé, and tackling new home projects.

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. Josh Willour is a General Agent of NM and not in legal partnership with NM, or its subsidiaries.

Flexible work from home options available.

Compensation: $72,000.00 - $134,000.00 per year

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