Financial Advisor - North Jersey

Location: Newark, New Jersey

Why Join Thrivent

Discover meaningful work and a rewarding career as a Financial Advisor at Thrivent in North Jersey. Thrivent is not your typical financial services firm—it's a mission-driven organization that places generosity at the heart of saving, investing, and financial planning. As a Fortune 500 leader, we empower our Financial Advisors to make a profound impact on the lives of individuals and families in Newark, New Jersey, and surrounding North Jersey communities.

Here, you'll provide expert financial advice with heart, helping clients build, grow, and protect their financial well-being through purpose-based advice, investments, insurance, banking, and generosity programs. Our holistic approach integrates faith, service, and financial clarity, guiding Christians on their journeys to financial security while empowering lives of service and faith.

Thrivent offers unmatched support for your success. Receive up to 14 weeks of paid training and coaching to obtain essential state insurance licenses (life, health & variable contracts), Series 7 and 66 registrations, and complete our comprehensive advisor onboarding program. Enjoy the stability of a national leader with the entrepreneurial freedom to control your income through commissions and incentives based on your achievements.

Join a collaborative culture where colleagues celebrate your success and provide resources from business development, marketing, technology, engagement, and seasoned advisors. In North Jersey's vibrant communities—from Newark to nearby areas—you'll build lasting relationships and thrive in a flexible environment that prioritizes work-life balance.

Role Description

As a Thrivent Financial Advisor in North Jersey, you'll cultivate a thriving financial practice tailored to local needs. Leverage your network, Thrivent's stellar reputation, and innovative tools to attract clients. Deliver personal, actionable, and achievable financial advice, connecting clients to our full suite of products including investments, insurance, banking, and generosity initiatives.

Experience the flexibility to design your schedule, balancing professional growth with personal life. Our advisors enjoy autonomy while being backed by specialists across the organization, ensuring you have everything needed to excel in Newark's dynamic market.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Build and grow your financial practice: Guide clients toward financial clarity, emphasizing purpose-driven strategies aligned with their faith and values.
• Provide expert advice: Offer personalized recommendations on investments, insurance, retirement planning, estate strategies, and banking solutions.
• Foster long-term relationships: Develop genuine, trust-based connections across generations within North Jersey communities where clients live, work, and worship.
• Generate leads and appointments: Utilize your professional network, host award-winning financial workshops, and implement targeted marketing to expand your client base.
• Conduct client meetings and reviews: Deliver comprehensive financial planning sessions, monitor progress, and adjust strategies for optimal outcomes.
• Collaborate with Thrivent teams: Partner with marketing, technology, and business development specialists to enhance your practice.
• Promote generosity: Integrate Thrivent's unique programs that blend financial wisdom with charitable giving.
• Maintain compliance and professionalism: Uphold the highest ethical standards, staying current with industry regulations and licenses.

Required Skills

Thrivent Financial Advisors in North Jersey succeed with these essential skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building abilities
• Strong communication and presentation skills for workshops and client meetings
• Self-discipline and independent drive to meet goals
• Financial planning and analysis expertise
• Sales acumen with a service-oriented mindset
• Networking and lead generation proficiency
• Adaptability to flexible schedules and entrepreneurial environments
• Empathy and coaching skills to guide clients effectively
• Tech-savviness for CRM tools and digital platforms
• Passion for generosity and community involvement

Education & Experience

We're seeking motivated individuals ready to launch or advance their career as a Financial Advisor in Newark, NJ. Ideal candidates include:

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience in finance, business, sales, or related fields.
• Prior experience in sales, business management, education, ministry, hospitality, military, or customer-facing roles—diverse backgrounds welcome.
• Commitment to obtaining required licenses: Life, Health & Variable Contracts, Series 7, and Series 66 (Thrivent provides full support).
• Demonstrated self-motivation, integrity, and a heart for serving others.
• Local ties to North Jersey communities for authentic relationship-building.

No finance degree required—many successful advisors come from varied paths. If you're passionate about helping others achieve financial goals while living generously, this is your opportunity.

Compensation Overview

Earn uncapped income through a competitive commission and incentive structure, rewarding your success. First-year advisors often exceed base expectations with strong performance. In Newark, New Jersey, total compensation potential ranges widely based on production, with top performers achieving six figures.

Benefits

Thrivent provides comprehensive benefits to support your well-being:

• Paid training program up to 14 weeks, including licensing support.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match.
• Flexible work schedule for optimal work-life balance.
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities.
• Generosity programs and community involvement initiatives.
• Marketing and technology tools at no extra cost.
• Business financing options to accelerate practice growth.

Ready to make an impact in North Jersey? Apply today for the Financial Advisor role at Thrivent and start your journey to a fulfilling career blending faith, finance, and service.