Founded in 1851, MassMutual is a leading mutual life insurance company that is run for the benefit of its members and participating policyowners. The company has a long history of financial strength and strong performance, and although dividends are not guaranteed, MassMutual has paid dividends to eligible participating policyowners consistently since the 1860s. With whole life insurance as its foundation, MassMutual provides products to help meet the financial needs of clients, such as life insurance, disability income insurance, long term care insurance, retirement/401(k) plan services, and annuities. In addition, the company’s strong and growing network of financial professionals helps clients make good financial decisions for the long-term.

MassMutual Financial Group is a marketing name for Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual) and its affiliated companies and sales representatives. MassMutual is headquartered in Springfield, Massachusetts and its major affiliates include: Babson Capital Management LLC; Baring Asset Management Limited; Cornerstone Real Estate Advisers LLC; The First Mercantile Trust Company; MassMutual International LLC; MML Investors Services, LLC, Member FINRA and SIPC; OppenheimerFunds, Inc.; and The MassMutual Trust Company, FSB.

Have you ever considered a career where you can help others prepare for life’s unexpected moments? One that helps clients reach their financial goals so their children will be able to attend college; mortgage and medical expenses will be paid; and their retirement dreams are possible. Whether you’re thinking about a career change or looking to expand your practice, we offer start-up support and resources and a complete, diversified portfolio of products to help you make the transition. As a Financial Services Professional, you will have the opportunity to help yourself as you help others with rewarding long-term client relationships, career independence and unlimited income potential.

MassMutual Silicon Valley is now actively hiring for entry–level positions for a Financial Advising role. We offer training and support for individuals who are interested in finance but don’t know where to begin their career. At MassMutual Silicon Valley, having the “right” resume is not as important as having the right personal qualities. We are interested in candidates who have great communication skills, enjoy helping others, and who want a career they can control. In this current economic climate people need financial advice more than ever, and our financial professionals are in a position to build their own stable financial futures, while providing the same for their clients. Our one-year training program provides a bonus structure with unlimited commission income.

Responsibilities: •Active networking to identify and acquire clients, while learning to develop your own practice with our help. •Receive training in a collaborative environment, and expand your personal knowledge of the financial industry. •Learn to assist clients in making sound financial decisions. •Build and maintain long-term client relationships through excellent rapport, outstanding service, and active listening skills.

•Excellent interpersonal communication skills •Interest in financial services; including insurance, investments, financial planning, and wealth management •Personal integrity and strong values •Receptive to coaching and training •Confidence and an entrepreneurial spirit

CHARACTERISTICS WE LOOK FOR

We are consistently looking for the best and brightest talent to join our firm which means we are looking for the individual who: • Conducts business with integrity • Has a high energy level, is confident and competitive • Is likeable, favorably known, and established in the area • Listens well and communicates with excellence • Is self-motivated, disciplined, and shows initiative • Has a strong professional background and business maturity • Has a strong desire to build their own business • Has the ability to prospect • Maintains a positive outlook on the future • Takes 100% responsibility for their actions • Passionate