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Through comprehensive training, mentorship, and hands-on experience, you'll develop the confidence and expertise to succeed as a financial advisor, all while making a meaningful impact on clients' financial futures.\nWhat is the role and what will be my responsibilities?\nYou will be given the opportunity to run your own financial-advising practice, with the help of experienced advisors.\nThrough strategic business networking, you will build an extensive professional network and build your own clientele.\nIntroduce individuals, families, and businesses, to Northwestern Mutual's unique planning process to create customized financial plans designed to bring long-term financial security to your clients.\nObtain the required financial licenses with provided study courses and exams paid for on behalf of Northwestern Mutual.\nHow will I be provided guidance and support?\nThe program and its directors will provide formal training prior to your official start. Training and support will also be provided throughout the program by seasoned financial advisors including weekly development workshops.\nPrior to your start date, all accepted applicants will be granted access to the study materials to prepare them to pass their Life, Accident, and Health (17-55) Exam to allow them to discuss risk management products by the time the internship begins.\nYou will be taught professional networking, wealth management strategies, how to interact with clients, and sales skills.\nWhy Northwestern Mutual?\nNorthwestern Mutual is 1 of the largest financial services companies in the country with a strong reputation including, AAA financial strength rating, $244 billion in Wealth Management, and #1 provider of Life Insurance\nNorthwestern Mutual's unique planning process backed by our quality and quantity of products/services allows us to deliver comprehensive financial plans\nGain hands-on client-facing experience in the financial industry\nAs a Financial Representative in our Paramus Branch, you will have the opportunity to join a young and rapidly growing firm that leads to a multitude of career opportunities post-graduation\nOur business model and culture allows for athletes, naturally competitive, and high-performing individuals to thrive and succeed in growing their business\nCompensation:\nInitial development stipends available\nBonuses available\nCommission based on product sales (unlimited earning capacity)\nImportant Talking Points:\nRelationship building\nImpact, income, independence\nStepping stone to full-time advisor role\nOpportunities to be sponsored for your SIE, Series 6, and Series 63 exam\nEligibility:\n2026 College Graduates\nLocation:\nOur office is located in Paramus, New Jersey.\nFully in-person\nAs a Northwestern Mutual Financial Advisor:\nBuild—Work to build a client base by growing relationships with your network and develop knowledge of NM financial products and market trends.\nEducate—Educate yourself beyond training through sponsored licensing and registration as well as ongoing development. Use assistive software, reporting tools, and illustrations to educate clients on potential plans.\nInfluence— Presenting clients with the opportunity to protect and prosper, you will drive clients to action through expert influence and recommendations.\nOwn—Take ownership of development and management of the business as you master your craft and build a team. Review and maintain client financial plans, continuing to provide optimum advice for your clients’ needs.\nCompensation & Benefits\nPay structure is mostly commission based but includes:\nRenewable income\nBonus programs and expense allowances\nSupport for insurance licensing, SIE, Series 6, Series63, CFP®, and more\nRetirement Package and Pension Plan\nMedical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Disability Income Insurance\nFamily Planning\nPay: $64,178.69 - $77,290.47 per year\nAbility to Commute:\nParamus, NJ 07652 (Preferred)\nWillingness to travel:\n25% (Preferred)\nWork Location: In person","company":"Northwesternmutualparamus","rawCompany":"northwesternmutualparamus","city":"Paramus","state":"NJ","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T11:25:19.041Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-2052.00","title":"Personal Financial Advisors","slug":"personal-financial-advisors"},{"code":"41-3031.00","title":"Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents","slug":"securities-commodities-and-financial-services-sales-agents"},{"code":"41-3021.00","title":"Insurance Sales Agents","slug":"insurance-sales-agents"}],"industries":[{"code":"523940","title":"Portfolio Management and Investment Advice","slug":"portfolio-management-and-investment-advice"},{"code":"523999","title":"Miscellaneous Financial Investment Activities","slug":"miscellaneous-financial-investment-activities"},{"code":"523910","title":"Miscellaneous Intermediation","slug":"miscellaneous-intermediation"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Financial Advisor Development Program","description":"Job Overview\nOur Post-Graduate Financial Advisor Development Program offers recent graduates a unique opportunity to transition seamlessly from student life to a rewarding career in financial advisory. 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