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Northwestern Mutual

Financial Advisor

Providence, RI · On-site

$137K - $250K/yr

Overview Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique opportunity to start a business where you can help your clients achieve their goals through financial planning. On your path ...

Northwestern Mutual

Financial Advisor

Providence, RI

$61K - $250K/yr

Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique opportunity to start a business where you can help your clients achieve their goals through financial planning. On your path to ...

Northwestern Mutual

Financial Advisor

Providence, RI · On-site

$137K - $250K/yr

Overview Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique opportunity to start a business where you can help your clients achieve their goals through financial planning. On your path ...

Northwestern Mutual

Financial Advisor

Providence, RI · On-site

$137K - $250K/yr

Overview Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique opportunity to start a business where you can help your clients achieve their goals through financial planning. On your path ...

Northwestern Mutual

Financial Advisor

Providence, RI · On-site

$61K - $250K/yr

Overview Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique opportunity to start a business where you can help your clients achieve their goals through financial planning. On your path ...

First Command

Financial Advisor

Newport, RI · On-site

Financial Advisor Jobs at First Command: Shaping Positive Financial Behaviors since 1958 First Command Financial Advisors coach military families in their pursuit of financial security. Our ...

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Financial Advisor

Providence, RI · On-site

$137K - $250K/yr

Overview Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique opportunity to start a business where you can help your clients achieve their goals through financial planning. On your path ...

Warby Parker

Advisor - Thayer Street

Providence, RI · On-site

Warby Parker is searching for a well-rounded Sales Advisor to help us deliver the best possible ... We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes not only a competitive base salary ...

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What is the difference between Only Advisor vs Financial Advisor?

AspectOnly AdvisorFinancial Advisor
CredentialsTypically requires licensing such as Series 7, Series 66, or CFP certificationOften holds CFP, CFA, or other financial planning certifications
Work EnvironmentWorks primarily in financial firms, banks, or advisory firmsWorks in banks, independent firms, or as part of larger financial institutions
Industry UsageCommonly used in financial services for client advisory rolesWidely used for comprehensive financial planning and investment advice

The main difference is that an Only Advisor typically focuses on specific advisory services with certain licenses, while a Financial Advisor often provides broader financial planning and investment management, usually holding multiple certifications. Both roles are integral in the financial industry but differ in scope and credentials.

How much do advisors get paid?

Advisor salaries vary depending on the industry, experience, and location, but typically range from $40,000 to $80,000 annually. Financial advisors, for example, often earn a base salary plus commissions or bonuses based on client assets and performance. Entry-level advisors may start at lower wages, while experienced professionals with certifications like CFP can earn higher compensation.

What cities in Rhode Island are hiring for Only Advisor jobs?

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Academic Advisor

Providence, RI • On-site

Johnson & Wales University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 1 - 5K employees
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$48K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Johnson & Wales University rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Academic Advisor

Apply now Job no: 11166
Work type: Full Time
Location: Providence, Rhode Island
Categories: Staff/Administration, Student Academic & Financial Services, Calendar Year (12-Month), Hybrid

Summary

Serves as a relationship manager and advisor for assigned students to deliver a positive learning experience; advises, provides academic counsel, and proactive support to students from acceptance and initial enrollment through program completion

Essential Job Functions

  • Provides ongoing academic advising to undergraduate and graduate students
  • Assists students with course selection and registration, course waivers, withdrawals and course drops, and other academic-related administrative requests
  • Establishes and maintains ongoing contact with students through a variety of communication methods, including telephone, email, workshops and seminars, blogs, and social media sites
  • Answers customer questions in a professional and courteous manner; employs a collaborative approach to problem-solving questions or concerns from students
  • Establishes and maintains collaborative and cooperative relationships with staff, faculty, and other internal constituencies to resolve student issues related to enrollment in programs
  • Builds relationships with students by providing guidance on time management, study skills, career exploration, and other areas of need
  • Uses analytics data to track student progress and outcomes in courses; provides proactive outreach to students who appear to be experiencing difficulties
  • Conducts ongoing reviews of assigned students' academic progress and records, monitoring retention of assigned students against the university's retention goals; implements outreach and communications accordingly
  • Assists with implementing, monitoring, and measuring retention strategies for students; identifies opportunities for improvement in providing students with a positive student experience
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of a bachelor's degree
  • Experience working in academic advising in higher education, telemarketing or other related experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in business, education or in a related field of study
  • Proficiency in Banner, DegreeWorks, and/or Starfish

Compensation:  $48,000/annualized 

Benefits: This full-time position offers a comprehensive benets package, which includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, sick time, vacation time, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA), educational assistance benets, and an employee assistance program. Participation in any benefit is subject to meeting eligibility criteria. The university reserves the right to modify, amend or terminate any benefit or benefit programs as they apply to any participants, including but not limited to current and former employees. This is only a summary; the full details, which control, are in the applicable plan documents.

Please Note:

Qualified candidates must live or relocate to live within a daily commuting distance of the Providence Campus location upon hire.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.

Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. The university does not illegally discriminate on the basis of any protected class. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnic and national origin, familial status, gender or gender identity, genetic information, military service, national origin, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class.


Advertised: 30 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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