UNKNOWN

ADAPTED_NOW

Join the General Trading team within Northwestern Mutual's Investment Client Services division, where you'll serve as a trusted advisor to clients and Financial Representatives on securities transactions across equities, fixed income, and options. Manage the transition and ongoing servicing of advisory and retirement accounts when a local advisor is no longer available, including annual reviews, investment guidance, suitability determinations, and administrative coordination.

<h3>About This Role</h3>Join the General Trading team within Northwestern Mutual's Investment Client Services division, where you'll serve as a trusted advisor to clients and Financial Representatives on securities transactions across equities, fixed income, and options. This hybrid role puts you at the center of NM's brokerage trading operations, executing complex trades, mentoring teammates, and staying ahead of market trends.If you bring strong fixed income trading experience and a passion for guiding clients through sophisticated investment strategies, this is your opportunity to make an impact at a Fortune 100 company with a 165+ year legacy. You'll work alongside experienced professionals on a collaborative trading desk that values market knowledge, compliance excellence, and client relationships. <h3>What You'll Do</h3>Advisory & Trade Execution<ul><li>Serve as a go-to resource for Financial Representatives and their clients on the purchase and sale of securities across equities, fixed income, and options.</li><li>Assess client financial needs, risk tolerance, and suitability, combining your market expertise with client profiles to recommend appropriate investments.</li><li>Guide the team and Financial Representatives through complex trading scenarios, including bond ladders, options strategies, executive option exercises, and restricted stock transactions.</li><li>Build credibility and develop lasting client relationships through ongoing assessment of financial needs and timely investment recommendations.</li></ul>Account Management & Coordination<ul><li>Manage the transition and ongoing servicing of advisory and retirement accounts when a local advisor is no longer available, including annual reviews, investment guidance, suitability determinations, and administrative coordination.</li><li>Partner with other ICS departments to facilitate administrative changes, disbursement requests, and account reassignments.</li></ul>Mentoring & Leadership<ul><li>Mentor and train Securities Specialists and new Trading Services team members on trade execution, systems, and best practices.</li><li>Evaluate and resolve complex issues escalated by team members, serving as a credible technical resource across the department.</li><li>Present material to large, diverse groups on complex trading strategies (bond ladders, covered call writing, etc.) and the overall operations of the trading desk.</li></ul>Projects & Compliance<ul><li>Contribute to trading desk projects, including policy development, process improvements, and creating educational communications for the field.</li><li>Serve as a backup to the Assistant Director for trade corrections, outgoing securities correspondence, daily workflow preparation, and customer complaint resolution.</li><li>Maintain full compliance with FINRA, SEC, and MSRB regulations, as well as all internal policies, procedures, and standards.</li><li>Stay current on securities market developments, using fundamental and technical research to support sound, timely investment decisions on behalf of clients.</li></ul><h3>What You'll Bring</h3>Must-Haves<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in business or a related field</li><li>5+ years of experience in a retail brokerage sales or trading capacity</li><li>Strong knowledge of FINRA and federal/state securities laws and regulations</li><li>FINRA Series 7 and Series 63 licenses (active)</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex, multi-step processes</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>Fixed income trading experience (highly valued for this team)</li><li>Project management experience or demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives</li><li>Interest in process improvement, workflow optimization, and mentoring others</li></ul>Licensing We'll Support You In Obtaining<ul><li>Series 65 (or IAR registration in Wisconsin) within your first 3 months</li><li>One or more of Series 4, 24, or 53 within your first 6 months</li><li>Study resources and exam support provided</li></ul><h3>Why Northwestern Mutual</h3><ul><li>Fortune 100 company with 165+ years of financial strength</li><li>Collaborative trading desk environment with experienced leadership at the manager and director level</li><li>Clear career paths within Investment Client Services</li><li>Comprehensive benefits, competitive compensation, and investment in your professional development</li></ul>This position has been classified as a Registered Representative under NMIS guidelines and requires fingerprinting.Series 24 - FINRA, Series 63 - FINRA, Series 7 - FINRA, SIE - FINRACompensation Range:Pay Range - Start:$89,360.00Pay Range - End:$134,040.00Geographic Specific Pay Structure:Structure 110:<h3></h3>Structure 115:<h3></h3>We believe in fairness and transparency. It’s why we share the salary range for most of our roles. However, final salaries are based on a number of factors, including the skills and experience of the candidate; the current market; location of the candidate; and other factors uncovered in the hiring process. The standard pay structure is listed but if you’re living in California, New York City or other eligible location, geographic specific pay structures, compensation and benefits could be applicable, click <a href="http://careers.northwesternmutual.com/pay-transparency/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> to learn more.Grow your career with a best-in-class company that puts our clients' interests at the center of all we do. Get started now!Northwestern Mutual is an <a href="https://www.northwesternmutual.com/equal-employment-opportunity-policy/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">equal opportunity employer</a> that welcomes talented individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which each employee can contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, assume leadership and continue to focus on meeting and exceeding business and personal objectives.<h3>Skills</h3>Field Consulting (NM) - Advanced, Customer Centricity (NM) - Advanced, Technical Problem Solving (NM) - Intermediate, Cross Functional Partnering & Planning (NM) - Advanced, Change Adaptability (NM) - Advanced, Financial Services Industry Acumen (NM) - Advanced, Industry Knowledge (NM) - Advanced, Investment Products (NM) - Advanced, Organizational & Political Savvy (NM) - Intermediate, Financial Securities (NM) - Advanced, Process Improvement (NM) - Advanced, Compliance (NM) - Advanced, Analytical Thinking (NM) - Advanced, Policy Inquiries & Complaints Management​ (NM) - Intermediate, Policy & Procedure (NM) - Intermediate, Audits (NM) - Advanced, Organization (NM) - Advanced, Root Cause Analysis & Decision Quality (NM) - Advanced, Prioritization (NM) - Advanced, Customer Support (NM) - Advanced, Strategic Thinking (NM) - Intermediate, Attention to Detail (NM) - Advanced, Consulting (NM) - Advanced, Adaptive Communication (NM) - Advanced, Business Acumen (NM) - Advanced, Storytelling through Data (NM) - Advanced, Investment Management Systems (NM) - Advanced, Statutes & Regulation (NM) - Advanced, Tax Awareness (NM) - Intermediate, Customer Service Mindset (NM) - Advanced<h3>FIND YOUR FUTURE</h3>We’re excited about the potential people bring to Northwestern Mutual. You can grow your career here while enjoying first-class perks, benefits, and our commitment to a culture of belonging.<ul><li><a href="https://careers.northwesternmutual.com/life-at-nm/flexibility-balance/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Flexible work schedules</a></li><li>Concierge service</li><li><a href="https://careers.northwesternmutual.com/life-at-nm/benefits/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Comprehensive benefits</a></li><li>Employee resource groups</li></ul>

<h1>Who We Are</h1>
 What we believe. 
 We believe relationships are built on trust. That our lives and our work matter. And that doing what’s right is good for everyone — our clients, our employees, our financial representatives and our communities. 
 These beliefs launched our company nearly 160 years ago. Today, they’re just a few of the reasons why people choose to build careers at Northwestern Mutual.
 
 
 We’re known for our financial strength. 
 That means we’ll be here for the millions of people who are counting on us—our clients, our employees, our financial representatives and our communities. 
 
 We care.
 We make a positive difference in our communities. Nationally, thousands have benefited from our support of research and programs to fight childhood cancer. Each year, our Foundation, employees and financial representatives donate time, talent and financial support to causes they’re passionate about. 
 

<h1>Why Work Here</h1>
 We’re strong and growing. 
 In a company with such a long and storied history, this may be the most exciting and important time to be a part of Northwestern Mutual. We’re strong, innovative and growing. And we want you to grow with us.
 
 
 We invest in our people. 
 We provide opportunities for employees to grow themselves, their careers, and, in turn, our business. Movement around the company is encouraged and we help our people build meaningful, long-term careers.
 
 Be part of building our future.
 We’re expanding our campus in downtown Milwaukee overlooking Lake Michigan. The Northwestern Mutual Tower and Commons will include a state-of-the-art employee Learning Institute, and will feature a natural light-filled, 21st century work environment. This signature development reinforces our commitment to job growth, attracting top talent and drawing new business to Milwaukee. 
 
 Enjoy Milwaukee. 
 Located on beautiful Lake Michigan, Milwaukee offers a perfect balance of big city and small town living. Home to Summerfest, the world’s largest music festival, Milwaukee has a thriving music scene, a celebrated annual film festival and vibrant performing arts community. Professional sports teams include the Milwaukee Brewers, Milwaukee Bucks and other major teams. And outdoor family fun is easy here. An extensive urban bike path network links our lakefront parks, beaches and other recreational hotspots. 
 
 <h1>Our Culture</h1>
 We are always evolving. 
 At Northwestern Mutual, our employees, and our business, are always evolving. We are agile and continuously learning and improving. We have a work environment that empowers problem solving and encourages innovation—you will make an impact here.
 
 
 We do what’s right. 
 Our “do-what’s-right” value is pervasive. We ask ourselves: “Is this in the best interest of our clients? Our employees? Our financial representatives?” Acting on this value improves our clients’ experience, and makes Northwestern Mutual a better place to work. 
 
 We recognize and develop possibilities in our people.
 Onsite training and leadership development programs help employees succeed and grow. We also sponsor learning opportunities outside the company to help employees stay current in their fields, network with peers and gain external perspective. 
 
 Diversity makes us better. 
 We believe diversity and inclusion cultivate creativity, innovation and a better experience for our clients. That’s why we recruit and grow people who bring unique perspectives, ideas, beliefs and cultural backgrounds.

Northwestern Mutual

Fixed Income Trader Consultant

Administrative Skills

Analysis Skills

Best Practices

Brokerage

Business Skills

Communication Skills

Compensation and Benefits

Consulting

Cross-Functional

Customer Relations

Customer Support/Service

Customer/Client Research

Detail Oriented

Disbursements

Equity Securities

Establish Priorities

Federal Laws and Regulations

Financial Analysis

Financial Risk

Financial Services

Fixed Income Investments

Investment Management

Investment Services

Investment Strategy

Leadership

Licensing

Maintain Compliance

Market Trend Analysis

Mentoring

Needs Assessment

Policy Development

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Process Improvement

Project/Program Management

Regulations

Resolve Customer Issues

Retail

Root Cause Analysis

Sales

Sales Management

Securities

Securities Law

Securities Sales

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

Series 63

Series 7

State Laws and Regulations

Storytelling

Team Player

Technical Research

Technical Support

Telephone Skills

Time Management

Trading/Stockbroking

Writing Skills

pandologic_px

FEED

Collaborate with clients to understand and analyze their Commodity Trading and Risk Management (CTRM/ETRM) processes, with a focus on the Allegro platform and its role within energy, commodity trading, and risk management operations. Factors such as expanding data availability, shifts in asset ownership, the rise of retail marketing, and evolving market conditions are driving the need for new approaches to enterprise operations.

Please note: We are ideally looking for candidates who are local to Houston, or who have a desire to relocate to Houston. Accentures Trading & Commercial Practice helps both Energy and Utilities companies across the commodity supply chain to transform and optimize commercial operations to compete in a digital world.In today's fast-changing and increasingly complex environment, commodity traders face growing challenges. Factors such as expanding data availability, shifts in asset ownership, the rise of retail marketing, and evolving market conditions are driving the need for new approaches to enterprise operations.By collaborating with producers, traders, marketers, and end-users across the commodity supply chain, we enable you to enhance and optimize your commercial strategies and operations. Through the integration of digital solutions, we help transform your value chain to meet the demands of a dynamic market.If you love solving challenges and not just studying them, then Accenture Consulting is the right place for you. Join us to develop your ideas into provocative points of view and transformative insights that help shape industries. You'll work with an amazing and diverse mix of world-class experts with access to one of the most robust portfolios of capabilities and ecosystem relationships in the industry. Together, you'll do so much more than consult.The WorkCollaborate with clients to understand and analyze their Commodity Trading and Risk Management (CTRM/ETRM) processes, with a focus on the Allegro platform and its role within energy, commodity trading, and risk management operations.Lead the functional design and implementation of Allegro-based solutions, ensuring alignment with client business needs and regulatory requirements across commodity markets.Conduct requirements-gathering sessions with key stakeholders to define business objectives and develop comprehensive functional specifications for Allegro configurations and enhancements.Oversee system configuration and customization of Allegro to meet client requirements, including transaction capture, risk management, logistics, accounting, and reporting.Manage and support user acceptance testing (UAT), ensuring all configurations and customizations perform as expected and meet client expectations.Provide hands-on support throughout Allegro implementations, ensuring smooth integration with upstream and downstream systems and optimal performance across trading, risk, and finance teams.Partner closely with technical teams to enable accurate data integration, ensuring consistency and integrity of trading and risk data across systems.Deliver training and knowledge transfer to client teams on Allegro functionality, promoting long-term system adoption and self-sufficiency.Contribute to the development of best practices, delivery methodologies, and implementation strategies for Allegro deployments and upgrades across commodity markets.Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and Allegro product updates to provide forward-looking insights and ensure client solutions remain competitive.

Trading Jobs in Waukesha, WI

Resume Resources

Get noticed by top employers!

Trading Jobs in Waukesha, WI

Fixed Income Trader Consultant Northwestern Mutual

Energy Trading & Risk, Allegro Consultant/Manager Accenture Plc

Resume Resources