Team-Based Financial Advisor

Meaningful work. Rewarding career.

Make an impact working as part of a team providing financial advice with heart. You’ll learn the business surrounded by experienced financial advisors and other experts, building your career with the potential to become a partner in the practice. In this position, you’ll have some income stability and the ability to focus on learning and development while serving clients with mentorship through joint field work.

Northwest Pinnacle Group is an independent financial services practice of Thrivent in Fayetteville, AR. We are growing and adding a team-based financial advisor to our team. At the heart of our practice is a simple belief: financial planning should be as unique as the people it serves. We are a team of experienced financial professionals committed to helping individuals and families align their money with their values, goals, and purpose.

We don’t just manage investments — we guide decisions that shape legacies. Through personalized strategies in financial planning, investment management, insurance, and retirement preparation, we walk alongside you every step of the way.

Whether you're navigating life transitions, building generational wealth, or seeking to give back meaningfully, our mission is to provide clarity and confidence in your financial journey — so you can focus on what truly matters.
This role could be a good fit for candidates seeking their first opportunity, career changers or professionals currently working in the financial industry.

Licensing and Training
Over your first 8 to 13 weeks, you’ll study for and obtain necessary licenses (varies by individual situation), which may include:

• Resident state Life, Health and Annuity
• Securities Industry Essentials (SIE)
• Series 6 and 63, 7 and 66, or 7, 63 and 65.

After completing licensing, you may enroll in a comprehensive 6-week training program.

What you can expect
After licensing and training, you’ll start building your book of business with the ultimate goal of joining the sponsoring team in the traditional financial advisor role. Typical activities include:

• Meeting with potential clients to build genuine, long-term relationships based on shared values and goals.
• Educating and empowering clients to make knowledgeable financial decisions about investments, insurance, retirement and generosity.
• Building a strong personal network through local nonprofits, churches and businesses for future growth.
• Developing skills and best practices to be a successful financial advisor.

Desired Characteristics
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. Whether you’re a seasoned financial professional or looking for a career change, you could be a successful Thrivent Financial advisor if you’re:

• Strong technical computer aptitude and knowledge of business tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Salesforce)
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and maintain a high quality of work while experiencing frequent interruptions
• Ability to maintain integrity of sensitive/confidential information

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Military veterans are encouraged to apply. 
• Satisfactory background check, fingerprinting and securities registration and/or insurance licensing verification, if applicable.

Compensation and Benefits

You’ll have income stability through splits, individual and team sales commissions and incentive pay structures. Compensation is $60,000-$100,000 (combination base revenue package plus upside potential through commission).  Compensation varies significantly based on the strategy of the practice, the compensation philosophy of the practice, the specific qualifications and experience of the individual, the location of the practice and many other factors.

You’ll also be eligible for Thrivent’s industry-leading benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Disability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• 401(k) and pension opportunities.
• Ongoing support, training and opportunities for professional growth.
• Well-being programs to help you manager your physical, emotional and financial health.
• Gift-matching program to double your contributions to eligible nonprofit organizations and volunteer programs that support your efforts to make a difference.
• Membership programs that help you engage with clients to make a real impact in your community.

About Thrivent
Thrivent is a different kind of financial services firm, one that puts generosity at the center of saving and investing. A diversified financial services organization that, with its subsidiary and affiliate companies, serves more than 2.4 million clients, Thrivent offers advice, insurance, investments, banking and generosity products and programs. For more than 100 years, Thrivent has been helping Christians build their financial futures and live more generous lives. Today, Thrivent is a not-for-profit, membership-owned Fortune 500 company with $193 billion in assets under management/advisement (as of 12/31/24). Thrivent carries ratings from independent rating agencies which demonstrate the strength and stability of the organization, including an A++ rating from AM Best; an Aa2 rating from Moody's Investors Service; and an AA+ rating from S&P Global Ratings. Ratings are based on Thrivent's financial strength and claims-paying ability, but do not apply to investment product performance.

Thrivent values diversity and inclusion, and we’re committed to providing an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, sex, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable state or federal laws. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants.

Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by sending an email to  [email protected]  or call 800-847-4836 and request Human Resources.

To learn more about the privacy of your information, visit our workforce privacy policy at thrivent.com/privacy.

Thrivent is the marketing name for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Insurance products, securities and investment advisory services are provided by appropriately appointed and licensed financial advisors and professionals. Only individuals who are financial advisors are credentialed to provide investment advisory services. Visit Thrivent.com or FINRA’s Broker Check for more information about our financial advisors.

Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any otherstatus protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants.

Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by sending an email to [email protected] or call 800-847-4836 and request Human Resources.