Benefits:
Retirement
Bonus based on performance
Company parties
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Vision insurance
Transition Your Teaching Skills into Financial Services:
Leverage Your Communication Expertise: Educators could excel in financial services because they have the confidence and communication skills needed to guide clients through important decisions that can shape their financial futures.
Build Lifelong Relationships: While educators often lose touch with students as they move into new life stages, financial services could allow you to maintain close, long-term relationships with clients, helping them at every stage of life.
See the Impact of Your Work: Just as you’ve witnessed the difference you made in the classroom, this career could offer the chance to see how your guidance positively affects clients’ lives, both now and in the future.
Achieve Greater Rewards: Transitioning into financial services could offer not only a more rewarding career path but often greater financial opportunities as well.
Meet Our Local Leaders:
Danny Babitz – Managing Director:
How long with NM: Joined Northwestern Mutual in June 2008 and has been with the firm for 17 years.
Prior Experience: Danny began his career with Northwestern Mutual as a college intern and transitioned to a full-time Financial Representative immediately after graduation.
Passionate About: Danny is passionate about helping people tap into their potential and live more fulfilling lives. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Katelyn, and their two sons. He also loves golfing, traveling, giving back through time and donations, and engaging in personal development.
Andrew F. Babitz, JD, CFP® – Wealth Management Advisor:
How long with NM: With Northwestern Mutual for 6.5 years.
Prior Experience: Before joining NM, Andrew spent nine years practicing law as an attorney.
Passionate About: Andrew values time freedom and is deeply committed to his family—his wife, Diana, and their three children. He enjoys coaching his kids’ sports teams, golfing, traveling, and being involved in the community. His ability to prioritize family while having autonomy in his schedule is what fuels his passion for this career.
Tyler West, CFP®, ChFC®, RICP® – Financial Advisor:
How long with NM: With Northwestern Mutual for 5 years.
Prior Experience: Began his career directly off-campus following college graduation.
Passionate About: Tyler enjoys golfing, traveling, working out, and spending quality time with family. His top motivator is achieving freedom of time and using that freedom to pursue what matters most in life.
Tim O’Toole, CFP® – Financial Advisor:
How long with NM: With Northwestern Mutual for 5.5 years.
Prior Experience: Worked in property management for a large company for 13 years before transitioning to NM.
Passionate About: Tim is married to Ashton and is an avid dog lover. He’s passionate about sports, traveling, and golfing with his wife. He also cherishes spending time with his extended family, who are spread across the country.
About Us: At Babitz Financial Group of Northwestern Mutual, we believe in helping people build lives of durable fulfillment—defined by happiness, success, and freedom. Rooted in values of faith, personal responsibility, growth, generosity, and a feedback-rich culture, our team consistently ranks in the top 10% of all Northwestern Mutual offices nationwide—a testament to both our high performance and strong community. We foster an environment where personal and professional development are paramount, and our mission goes far beyond financial planning. Each year, we host a major charity event to support pediatric cancer research, reflecting our deep commitment to giving back and making a lasting impact.
Position Responsibilities for a Financial Representative:
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. Danny Babitz is a General Agent of NM and not in legal partnership with NM, or its subsidiaries.
Flexible work from home options available.