Benefits:

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

Transition Your Teaching and Coaching Skills into Financial Services:

Do Work That Matters: People are drawn to this career because it offers meaningful work—the kind that provides fulfillment through service to others. That’s why it resonates so deeply with the values teachers and coaches bring to the table.
Leverage Your Communication Expertise: As a teacher or coach, you’ve mastered the art of communication—whether it's explaining complex concepts or motivating individuals. These skills are crucial in financial services, where you'll guide clients through important financial decisions that impact their lives.
Build Lifelong Relationships: In teaching and coaching, you connect with individuals over time, watching them grow and succeed. In financial services, you can continue fostering these long-term relationships, helping clients at each stage of their financial journey, and offering support that lasts a lifetime.
See the Impact of Your Work: Just as you’ve seen the difference you’ve made in the classroom or on the field, a career in financial services allows you to witness firsthand how your advice and guidance can lead to meaningful, lasting changes in your clients’ lives.
Achieve Greater Rewards: The transition from teaching or coaching to financial services offers the potential for not only a more fulfilling career, but also the opportunity to grow personally and professionally—while building a future that reflects your values and goals.

Our Thriving Office is Located at: 330 East Main St, Ste 300 Lexington, Kentucky 40507

Follow this link to hear more about Gina Cimineri’s Northwestern Mutual Experience: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-PAcM41CRes&list=PLAFDBB5184E6F3603&index=7

Meet Our Local Leaders:

Christian Schnabel – Managing Director:

How long with NM? 12 years
Prior Experience? Came from Wealth Management and Banking, Consulting & Private Equity, and played college basketball.
Passionate About? Family, travel, taking care of his 8 animals, golf, and hiking. Dedicated to his family and animals. Big sports fan—loves all college sports.

Randy Collins – Wealth Management Advisor:

How long with NM? 43 years
Prior Experience? Student at the University of Kentucky – started at NM right out of college.
Passionate About? Randy’s greatest passion has always been his family. Northwestern Mutual provided the flexibility and financial means to be fully present in his children’s lives. He also enjoys fishing, golf, and spending time outdoors—hobbies made possible by the career freedom he earned through his work.

Travis Powers – Financial Advisor:

How long with NM? 2 years
Prior Experience? Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel with 23 years of service as a helicopter pilot and senior leader. Also worked as a program manager supporting Navy and Marine Corps aviation through a government contractor.
Passionate About? Travis values faith, family, and fitness. He and his wife have a blended family, a granddaughter, and two dogs. He enjoys the outdoors, hunting, hiking, and staying active. A former University of Kentucky football captain, he loves reconnecting with teammates.

About Us: At the Schnabel District of Northwestern Mutual, we believe that true success is rooted in culture, teamwork, and values-driven leadership. Our team is united by a shared commitment to continual growth—both personally and professionally—focusing not on accolades, but on making a genuine difference in the lives of others. We operate through a consistent, values-based approach, confident that recognition naturally follows when the mission is authentic.

Our culture is grounded in five core values: Continual Improvement, Commitment, Abundance, Kindness, and Integrity. These principles guide how we show up each day—for our clients, our colleagues, and our community. In our close-knit, collaborative environment, everyone is supported, encouraged, and treated like family.

We’re also passionate about giving back to the community we serve, proudly supporting local organizations such as the Lexington Humane Society, Hope Center, Operation Secret Santa, The Hearing & Speech Center, and Growing Together Preschool.

Position Responsibilities for a Financial Planner:

Educate clients on financial planning and insurance options.
Provide excellent customer service and build lasting relationships.
Collaborate with a local supportive team.

Position Requirements:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Goal-oriented with a desire to succeed.
Life insurance license and FINRA certifications (or willingness to obtain).

Our Unique Angle: Meticulous Training and Support

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.

Position Perks:

Significant bonus opportunity commensurate with outcomes
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Ongoing professional development
Local culture of support and positive recognition

Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries in Milwaukee, WI. Christian Schnabel 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 - $136,000.00 per year

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