Northwestern Mutual - Cedar Rapids
Financial Advisor with Healthcare Background
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
Transition Your Healthcare Expertise into Financial Services with Northwestern Mutual – Cedar Rapids!
Leverage Your Healthcare Background for a Rewarding Career:
- Build Direct Client Relationships: Professionals from healthcare—whether it's pharma, medical sales, or clinical roles—are drawn to financial services because it allows them to work directly with clients, offering personalized advice rather than working through intermediaries.
- Make a Meaningful Impact: Use your knowledge and experience in healthcare to guide clients through critical life stages. Whether it’s helping individuals plan for medical expenses, retirement, or higher education, your insights can help clients secure their financial futures and improve their lives.
- Unlimited Growth Potential: As healthcare professionals understand the complexities of life’s important decisions, they know that each life stage brings new financial planning needs. Your ambition, dedication, and expertise will determine how far you can go in this fulfilling career.
- A Rewarding Career Path: Transition to a career where you can build long-term relationships, create meaningful outcomes for your clients, and make a lasting impact, all while using your healthcare expertise to navigate the financial landscape.
Our thriving office is located at: 401 1st St SE Suite 401 Cedar Rapids IA 52401
Meet 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:
- 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.
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
Qualifications:
- Education: A bachelor's degree is preferred.
- 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).
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 General Agent of NM and not in legal partnership with NM, or its subsidiaries.
Flexible work from home options available.
Compensation: $82,000.00 - $104,000.00 per year
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