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Licensed Customer Service Rep - Remote Nationwide (Series 6/63 or 7/63)

Northwestern Mutual · Milwaukee, WI · Remote available · Full time

Posted Apr 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about your experience in a call center or phone-based service role. What kinds of calls did you handle?

What they are checking: Whether they are comfortable with steady phone volume and transactional work, which is most of this job.

How do you avoid transferring a caller when the question is a bit outside what you usually handle?

What they are checking: Whether they take ownership of calls and find answers rather than passing people along.

Tell me about a time you figured out the root cause of a repeat problem instead of just fixing it once.

What they are checking: Whether they think past the single call to prevent the same issue from coming back.

How do you stay accurate when you're toggling between several systems on one call?

What they are checking: Whether they have habits that prevent keying errors when processing real money transactions.

This role is fully remote. How do you stay focused and connected to your team working from home?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage themselves well remotely and still ask for help when needed.

What would you do

A client calls upset that their mutual fund redemption hasn't shown up in their bank account. How do you handle the call?

What they are checking: Whether they can calm the client, research the real cause and set honest expectations.

A Financial Representative asks you to process a transaction in a way that doesn't follow procedure, saying it's urgent for their client. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they will hold to process and risk controls even under pressure from the field.

You realize after a call that you gave a client slightly wrong information. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they correct mistakes quickly and openly, which is vital in a regulated environment.

About the work

You hold a Series 6/63 or 7/63. What can and can't you discuss with a client under that license?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the boundaries of their registration so they don't give advice they aren't allowed to give.

How do you verify a caller's identity, and why does it matter so much on investment accounts?

What they are checking: Whether they take fraud and account takeover risk seriously in every interaction.

Can you explain the difference between a traditional IRA and a Roth IRA as you would to a client on the phone?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain common investment concepts clearly and without crossing into advice.

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The full job description

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Role Summary This role is part of the Client Services Operations organization and supports the day-to-day servicing needs of clients and Financial Representatives. The position is responsible for delivering high-quality client service through accurate transaction processing, issue resolution, and clear communication across a range of investment-related inquiries. Associates in this role handle phone-based and transactional work, navigate multiple systems, and follow established processes while applying sound judgment to resolve more complex scenarios. The focus is on operational excellence, risk awareness, and providing a consistent, professional client experience. Primary Duties and Responsibilities • Delivers a personalized and exceptional experience for clients by answering questions, providing servicing options, and supporting products or services in a call center environment. • Proficient in resolving basic and intermediate (semi-complex) inquiries and transactions from Financial Representatives and clients within a registered area, while continuing to develop proficiency in more complex work. • Researches and evaluates potential solutions to complex problems, which may require identifying root causes and navigating deviations from standard procedures. • Takes ownership of calls and anticipates future issues to avoid repeat calls and unnecessary transfers. • Effectively de-escalates challenging client situations while guiding clients through complex or unique inquiries. • Serves as a trusted advocate for Financial Representatives and partners with them to meet client needs. • Embraces new technology and promotes website and self-service capabilities by educating clients and field partners, while understanding the risks and impacts transactions may have on clients or policies. • Understands how systems connect to processes and outcomes. • Drives change and supports continuous improvement by helping develop processes and provisions to accommodate evolving business needs. • Fosters professional relationships with clients to enhance brand loyalty. • Handles phone and transactional responsibilities while adhering to strict confidentiality and privacy standards. • Adapts work priorities to meet changing business and customer demands. Qualifications • Associate degree in business or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • Minimum of two years of related customer service experience with demonstrated customer service skills. • Advanced understanding of investment or income products or markets (e.g., VA, VL, VUL, Retirement, or Business markets). • Basic understanding of tax implications. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to multitask and manage a high volume of calls or caseloads with a high degree of accuracy. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. • Demonstrated desire to continuously learn and improve. • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to provide effective options and solutions. • Demonstrated computer proficiency with solid keyboarding skills and experience using common software applications. This position has been classified as a Registered Representative under NMIS guidelines and requires fingerprinting.Series 63 - FINRA, Series 6 - FINRA, SIE - FINRA Compensation Range: Pay Range - Start: $21.77 Pay Range - End: $32.66 Geographic Specific Pay Structure: Structure 110: Structure 115: 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 here 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 equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages diversity in the workforce. 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.

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