Northwestern Mutual - Cedar Rapids
Bilingual Financial Advisor
Full Time • Hybrid - US
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 Northwestern Mutual – Cedars Rapids!
Are you bilingual and deeply connected to your local community? Join Northwestern Mutual as a Financial Advisor and explore the opportunity to serve and build lasting relationships with a diverse, multilingual client base with Northwestern Mutual - Cedar Rapids.
Why Bilingual Leaders Could Thrive Here:
- Enhanced Client Communication & Trust: Bilingual leaders can effectively engage with diverse clients, breaking language barriers and fostering trust, which is crucial in financial services.
- Global Market Understanding: Your multilingual skills and cultural awareness may allow you to navigate international markets, identify opportunities, and cater to a wider client base.
- Leadership & Adaptability: Having managed teams across different linguistic and cultural backgrounds, you could bring strong leadership, adaptability, and problem-solving skills to the financial services industry.
- Competitive Advantage in a Diverse Industry: Bilingual leaders could serve an increasingly diverse clientele, providing tailored financial solutions and enhancing customer experience, giving you the opportunity to gain a competitive edge.
Our thriving office is located at: 401 1st St SE Suite 401 Cedar Rapids IA 52401
Meet some of our local team:
Kalvin Grabau Keele, CHFC, CLU, RICP – Managing Partner/Wealth Management Advisor:
- Time with NM: 20 years.
- Prior Experience: Kalvin began his career with Northwestern Mutual as a college intern and has been with the firm ever since, growing into leadership and advanced planning roles over nearly two decades.
- Passionate About: Kalvin values faith, family, and fun. He enjoys sports, reading, and writing, and finds fulfillment in staying active and spending time with loved ones.
Ben Frazier – District Director:
- Time with NM: 5 years.
- Prior Experience: Ben served as a Medical Officer in the Army National Guard before transitioning into financial services.
- Passionate About: Ben loves animals, music festivals, and traveling overseas. He also enjoys kickboxing and is passionate about giving back to his community.
Kate Berry – Financial Advisor:
- Time with NM: 2 years.
- Prior Experience: Kate attended law school and was planning to become a lawyer before discovering her career path with Northwestern Mutual.
- Passionate About: Kate spends much of her time on the farm and is a devoted animal lover, especially of cattle, horses, and dogs. She enjoys DIY projects, scrapbooking, hunting, and fishing. Faith is central to her life—she dedicates time to studying the Bible, has participated in many mission trips, and volunteers as a coach for Upwards Sports, teaching kids about Christ through athletics.
Kyle Reeve – Financial Advisor:
- Time with NM: 3 years.
- Prior Experience: Kyle worked in public education for 15 years, serving as both a teacher and a school principal.
- Passionate About: Kyle enjoys spending time with his family, especially his two young boys who keep him active with their activities. His family is involved in their church and loves time together on the golf course and at their family’s cabin.
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.
Follow this link to hear about a Day in the Life of a Northwestern Mutual Advisor: https://youtu.be/xkcAILqGa98?si=skXQvcyW6TSYsnR1
Required Skills: BA or BS degree from a four-year institution is preferred. The candidate must be an accomplished communicator with strong verbal and written skills. Prior business experience preferred. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, self-motivated, demonstrated history of personal and professional success, high standard of ethics.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Bilingual
- Passionate about Business and Finance
Benefits:
- Exceptional income potential
- Leadership opportunities
- Extensive training and development; mentorship provided
- Sponsorship of Licenses: FINRA, series 6, series 7, series 63, series 65, series 66, life and health insurance license
- Development stipends
- Expense allowance
- Comprehensive medical coverage
- Two company funded retirement plans: a traditional pension plan and a defined contribution plan
- Group life and disability income insurance
Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries in Milwaukee, WI. Kalvin Grabau Keele is a Managing Partner of NM and not in legal partnership with NM, or its subsidiaries.
Flexible work from home options available.
Compensation: $65,000.00 - $83,000.00 per year
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Industry Leading Compensation
Mentorship Program offering new agents the necessary fundamentals
Ongoing Specialized Training
Dedicated In-House Administrative Support
Career Advancement Opportunities
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