Financial Advisor - Bloomington, Illinois

Meaningful work. Rewarding career. Make an impact providing expert financial advice with heart. Thrivent is a different kind of financial services firm, one that puts generosity at the center of saving and investing. Here, you’ll make an impact in the lives of the people you serve, helping them build, grow, and protect financial well-being through purpose-based advice, investments, insurance, banking, and generosity.

Why Join Thrivent

At Thrivent, you’ll receive the support, stability, and opportunity of a Fortune 500 leader. We offer up to 14 weeks of paid training and coaching as you obtain your state insurance licenses (life, health & variable contracts), Series 7 and 66 registrations, and complete Thrivent’s comprehensive advisor onboarding program. After onboarding, you’ll have control over the income you earn, as you’ll be paid through commissions and incentives based on your success.

Join a collaborative culture where colleagues want you to succeed and are willing to help you do so. Benefit from the support of specialists from every facet of the organization—such as business development, marketing, technology, engagement, and experienced advisors—as you build your business. Thrivent’s unique mission-driven approach empowers Financial Advisors to guide Christians on their journeys to financial clarity, empowering lives of service and faith.

In Bloomington, Illinois, you’ll serve a vibrant community, building genuine, long-term relationships throughout generations based on trust and understanding. Enjoy the flexibility to control your schedule, allowing for true work-life balance while making a difference in the lives of those in your chosen community.

Role Description

As a Thrivent Financial Advisor in Bloomington, you will provide personal, actionable, and achievable advice, connecting clients to Thrivent products and programs. Leverage your network and Thrivent’s reputation to make client appointments, deliver award-winning financial workshops, and market your practice effectively. This role is ideal for self-disciplined individuals driven to succeed, motivated by helping others achieve their financial goals.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Build a financial practice guiding Christians on their journeys to financial clarity, empowering lives of service and faith.
• Provide personal, actionable, and achievable financial advice tailored to individual client needs.
• Connect clients to Thrivent’s comprehensive suite of products, including investments, insurance, banking, and generosity programs.
• Develop and maintain genuine, long-term relationships with clients across generations in the Bloomington community.
• Make client appointments by leveraging personal networks, Thrivent’s strong reputation, and community events.
• Deliver award-winning financial workshops and educational seminars to attract and educate potential clients.
• Market your practice through targeted strategies, digital tools, and Thrivent-supported campaigns.
• Collaborate with Thrivent specialists in business development, marketing, technology, and more to grow your business.
• Manage your schedule flexibly to achieve work-life balance while meeting client needs.
• Continuously pursue professional development to stay ahead in the financial services industry.

Required Skills

Our culture and our people are special. We’re looking for people who are – or want to become – part of the communities where clients live, work, and worship. Successful Thrivent Financial Advisors demonstrate the following key skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Strong communication and presentation abilities
• Self-discipline and independence to drive personal success
• Motivation derived from helping others achieve their goals
• Natural coaching and guiding capabilities
• Passion for living a life of generosity and serving others
• Sales and business development expertise
• Financial planning and advisory knowledge
• Networking and community engagement proficiency
• Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic environment

Education & Experience

Thrivent welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds. Successful advisors have come from outside sales, business management, education, ministry, hospitality, military, and more. Skills acquired in these fields transition seamlessly into the financial advisor role.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required.
• Prior experience in sales, financial services, or client-facing roles preferred but not mandatory.
• Must be willing to obtain required licenses: state insurance licenses (life, health & variable contracts), Series 7, and Series 66.
• Commitment to Thrivent’s Christian-based, mission-driven values.
• Residency or strong ties to the Bloomington, Illinois community preferred.

Compensation Overview

Earn a competitive income with uncapped potential. Compensation is commission-based with incentives tied directly to your success, allowing top performers to achieve six-figure earnings. During the up to 14-week paid training period, receive a base stipend while obtaining licenses and completing onboarding.

Benefits

Thrivent offers comprehensive benefits to support your professional and personal life:

• Up to 14 weeks of paid training and coaching.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match.
• Paid time off and flexible scheduling.
• Professional development and ongoing support from Thrivent specialists.
• Access to marketing tools, technology platforms, and business resources.
• Community involvement opportunities aligned with Thrivent’s generosity focus.
• Life and disability insurance products at competitive group rates.

Ready to build a rewarding career as a Financial Advisor in Bloomington? Apply today and join Thrivent’s mission to empower financial clarity and lives of service. Thrivent – Faith-driven. Financial wisdom.