Transition Your Teaching and Coaching Skills into Financial Services:
Do Work That Matters: People are drawn to this career because it offers meaningful work—the kind that provides fulfillment through service to others. That’s why it resonates so deeply with the values teachers and coaches bring to the table.
Leverage Your Communication Expertise: As a teacher or coach, you’ve mastered the art of communication—whether it's explaining complex concepts or motivating individuals. These skills are crucial in financial services, where you could help guide clients through important financial decisions that impact their lives.
Build Lifelong Relationships: In teaching and coaching, you connect with individuals over time, watching them grow and succeed. In financial services, you could continue fostering these long-term relationships, helping clients at each stage of their financial journey, and offering support that lasts a lifetime.
See the Impact of Your Work: Just as you’ve seen the difference you’ve made in the classroom or on the field, a career in financial services could allow you to witness firsthand how your advice and guidance can lead to meaningful, lasting changes in your clients’ lives.
Achieve Greater Rewards: The transition from teaching or coaching to financial services could offer the potential for not only a more fulfilling career, but also the opportunity to grow personally and professionally—while building a future that reflects your values and goals.
Our thriving office is located at: 1245 Jordan Creek Pkwy, Suite 200 West Des Moines, IA 50266
Meet Our Local Leaders:
Jeff Byrn – Managing Partner:
- Time with NM: Started as an intern in December 2005.
- Prior Experience: Started with NM early in his career.
- Passionate About: A dedicated sports fan of many college and professional teams. Outside the office, Jeff is usually coaching or cheering for one of his three kids’ sports activities. When he’s not on the sidelines, he’s working on his second career as a future senior professional golfer.
Logan Molina – Financial Representative:
- Time with NM: Started as an intern in May 2014.
- Prior Experience: Studied Liberal Arts.
- Passionate About: Enjoys spending time with family, playing golf, watching and playing all things sports, as well as movies and food.
About Us: At Northwestern Mutual of Central Iowa, our mission is to help people find clarity, create confidence, and enjoy the pursuit of a rich life. Guided by our core values of excellence, family, and growth, we strive to exceed expectations, support one another, and continually improve together. Our team is dedicated to making a positive impact both professionally and in our community, with active support for causes like Alex’s Lemonade Stand. Join us and be part of a team committed to meaningful work and lasting relationships.
Position Responsibilities for a Financial Planner:
- Educate clients on financial planning and insurance options.
- Provide excellent customer service and build lasting relationships.
- Collaborate with a local, supportive team.
Position Requirements:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Goal-oriented with a desire to succeed.
- Life insurance license and FINRA certifications (or willingness to obtain).
Our Unique Angle: Meticulous Training and Support
We distinguish ourselves by prioritizing a meticulous focus on the process, ensuring sustainable business practices and a predictable high-activity approach, setting us apart from an industry often fixated on end results.
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. Jeff Bryn is a General Agent of NM and is not in legal partnership with NM, or its subsidiaries.
Flexible work from home options available.
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