Financial Advisor with Management Experience
3 days ago
Wichita
Job DescriptionBenefits: • Bonus based on performance, • Company car, • Company parties, • Dental insurance, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Opportunity for advancement, • Training & development Your ability to lead teams, drive results, and build strong relationships could make you an ideal fit for a rewarding career in financial services. We are seeking management professionals from diverse industries, including retail, restaurant, hospitality, operations, logistics, manufacturing, education, or healthcare who are ready to take their leadership skills to the next level. • Leverage Your Leadership Expertise: Your management experience has equipped you with communication, problem-solving, and team-building skills. In financial services, you could apply those same strengths to educate clients, develop strategies, and guide them toward long-term financial success., • Build Meaningful Relationships: Just as youve inspired and led teams in your previous roles, this career could allow you to build lifelong connections while helping clients navigate important financial decisions., • See the Impact of Your Work: In management, youve driven performance and helped others achieve their goals. In this role, you could see the tangible results of your efforts as clients and families gain lasting financial confidence and security., • Unlock Unlimited Growth Potential: Unlike traditional management roles, your growth here isnt capped. Your ambition and work ethic determine how far you go with opportunities for leadership, ownership, and unlimited earning potential.Our thriving offices are located at:, • 5251 W. 116th Place Suite 300 Leawood, KS 66211, • 2345 Grand Blvd Kansas City, MO 64108, • 8621 E 21st Street Suite 150 Wichita, KS 67206Meet Our Local Team: Lesle Griessel, CLU, ChFC, Managing Partner: • Time with NM: Since 2002, • Previous experience: Started as a college intern and advanced through multiple leadership roles, including Associate Managing Partner (appointed in 2019 as one of the first in the company and first female), and appointed Managing Partner in September 2025., • Passionate about: Spending time with her husband and two daughters, marathon training, yoga, cheering on her daughters in sports, and enjoying the outdoors with her family.Joey Scott, RICP, Financial Advisor & District Director:, • Time with NM: Since 2016, • Previous experience: Began as a college intern while attending Northwest Missouri State University and transitioned into a full-time financial advisor in 2018, building his career in Northwestern Mutuals Kansas City office and advancing into leadership through growth and development roles., • Passionate about: Growing his practice alongside his team, building long-term client relationships, spending time with friends and family, staying active through sports and exercise, cheering on Kansas City teams, and relaxing near the water.Anthony Gurera, Financial Advisor & Growth and Development Director:, • Time with NM: Since 2018, • Previous experience: Began as a Northwestern Mutual intern and transitioned into a full-time advisor upon graduating from Rockhurst University with a double major in Finance and Economics. Founder and leader of Priority Wealth Partners, with responsibility for client strategy, team operations, and practice management, while also supporting advisor recruiting and development across Northwestern Mutual Kansas and West Missouri., • Passionate about: Developing future leaders, building strong client relationships, serving the Kansas City community, mentoring emerging advisors, and creating long-term impact through thoughtful, holistic financial planning.Cannon Kern, Financial Advisor:, • Time with NM: 2 years, • Previous experience: Engineer and project manager prior to joining Northwestern Mutual., • Passionate about: Spending time with family and enjoying life with his new baby girl.Key Responsibilities:, • Client Consultation: Engage with clients to understand their financial goals, aspirations, and concerns., • Financial Planning: Develop comprehensive financial plans that include investments, insurance, and retirement., • Insurance Solutions: Recommend and implement insurance strategies to protect clients' assets and income., • Ongoing Support: Monitor clients' financial plans and provide regular updates, adjusting strategies as needed to meet changing circumstances., • Networking: Build and maintain a network of clients through referrals, community involvement, and professional associations.Qualifications:, • Education: A bachelor's degree is highly preferred, but not required., • Experience: Previous experience in financial services, insurance or business development is beneficial but not required., • Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to build trust and rapport with clients., • Licenses: Obtain necessary licenses, such as Series 6, 63, and state insurance licenses (training and sponsorship available).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. Lesle Griessel is a Managing Partner for NM and is not in legal partnership with NM, or its subsidiaries. Flexible work from home options available.