Entry Level - Financial Representative

We began in Wisconsin in 1857, and today we’re one of America’s top companies - as was recognized by FORTUNE® as one of the “World’s Most Admired” life insurance companies in 2024 - with a unique culture deeply dedicated to helping people achieve financial security. Northwestern Mutual Baton Rouge was voted one of 2026’s Best Places to Work, and we’re investing heavily in growth by developing the next generation of internal leaders.

Benefits:

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

Ready to Join a Winning Team in Baton Rouge?
Northwestern Mutual Baton Rouge was voted one of 2026’s Best Places to Work, and we’re investing heavily in growth by developing the next generation of internal leaders. If you want a career where your effort, ambition, and development are taken seriously, we’d love to meet you.


Our Mission
To deliver tailored financial planning for our community and beyond so they can make life decisions with confidence.


Location: 1 Smart Way, Suite 101, Baton Rouge, LA 70810


Meet the Team:


Ben Wheeler, Managing Director and Wealth Management Advisor

• Time with NM: 25+ years
• Background: Started as an intern and became a full-time financial representative in 2001 after graduating from the University of Louisiana-Lafayette. Today he develops financial advisors and builds strong client relationships in Baton Rouge.
• Why NM: He grew up in a Northwestern Mutual family and saw firsthand how this career offers both professional success and the flexibility to prioritize what matters most.
• Passionate about: Family, mentorship, and helping others build meaningful careers and lives.

Kynley Lemoine, Director of Talent Acquisition

• Background: Built her career in publishing and marketing while staying deeply involved in the local community.
• Community: Serves on the executive board of a local nonprofit and has chaired several large-scale fundraising and community engagement events.
• Passionate about: Building meaningful relationships, connecting people with opportunities, and helping others reach their personal and professional goals.

About the Role
As a Financial Representative, you’ll be part of a team that helps individuals and businesses reach their financial goals through personalized insurance solutions and financial planning. You’ll build long-term client relationships, understand each client’s unique needs, and provide tailored solutions.


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 - as was recognized by FORTUNE® as one of the “World’s Most Admired” life insurance companies in 2024 - with a unique culture deeply dedicated to helping people achieve financial security.


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Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to understand their financial goals, aspirations, and concerns
• Develop comprehensive financial plans covering investments, insurance, and retirement
• Recommend and implement insurance strategies to protect clients’ assets and income
• Monitor clients’ plans and adjust strategies as circumstances change
• Build and maintain a client network through referrals, community involvement, and professional associations

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or a related field preferred, but not required
• Previous experience in financial services, insurance, or business development is helpful but not required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to build trust and rapport with clients

What We Offer

• Earnings: A first-year stipend earned through controllable activity, plus uncapped performance-based income
• Development: Ongoing training, including sponsorship for advanced certifications
• Support: A dedicated planning team, marketing resources, and experienced mentors
• Flexibility: A schedule built around your lifestyle and goals
• Impact: The chance to guide individuals and families in your community toward financial security

Giving Back
We proudly support cancer-related nonprofits and veteran organizations in our community.


Ready to join a winning team? Apply directly through this posting.


Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries in Milwaukee, WI. Ben Wheeler is a General Agent of NM and is not in legal partnership with NM or its subsidiaries. This is a 1099 independent-contractor opportunity, not a traditional employee position. Compensation is commission-based and not guaranteed.