Local Network . . . Expert Guidance

Welcome to The Effner Financial Group! This Network Office, one of the largest Northwestern Mutual offices in the country, has proudly served Chicagoland since 1905. James R. Effner Jr. became Managing Partner in 2001 and leads a team of top-notch Financial Representatives and specialists in helping you prepare for your financial future.

"We challenge our clients to align their actions with their intentions," Jim Effner says. "And as we help them do so, we work hard to earn their trust."

Come to The Effner Financial Group for world–class solutions, including life and disability insurance. See how Jim Effner and his team can help you gain the confidence that comes with success.

Dividend Announcement

Northwestern Mutual announced a 2012 payout of nearly 5 billion dollars – the second largest in our company’s history to clients who own life, annuities, DI and long-term care policies.

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Build Your Foundation For Life

Build Your FoundationSee how Northwestern Mutual permanent life insurance offers protection along with cash value that is guaranteed to grow over time.

Build Your Foundation

Northwestern Mutual Named #1

FORTUNE® magazine named Northwestern Mutual the “World’s Most Admired Company” in the life insurance industry.

See why we’re ranked #1 in the world.

2010 Annual Report

Northwestern Mutual’s financial strength and consistent performance help clients achieve financial security.

Our interactive report features clients who talk about the steps they’ve taken with the help of their financial representatives to achieve a financially secure future.

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Steve Forbes and John Schlifske on “The New Normal and Post-Recession Trends”

Northwestern Mutual hosted a speaker series with Steve Forbes and Northwestern Mutual chairman and CEO John Schlifske. The three day tour included panel discussions in Louisville, Cleveland, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Houston and Dallas, and saw nearly 4,000 attendees in total. In each city, Steve and John discussed the economy, the markets and how individuals and business owners can rebuild their financial foundation.

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Go Paperless

Go PaperlessNMIS Online clients can go paperless by enrolling in electronic delivery (e-delivery) of certain account/securities documents.

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Northwestern Mutual Named a Best Internship for 2009

Bloomberg BusinessWeek’s list of the Best Internships ranks Northwestern Mutual’s financial representative internship program 1st in the insurance industry and 23rd overall.

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Take the first step

Are you ready for financial independence? Are you ready to be your own boss? Are you ready to make a positive impact on people's lives?

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Career Changers

Changing careers doesn’t have to be daunting. Individuals who have joined our organization from many different backgrounds and occupations have gone on to develop a successful business practice. With the support and training of a quality organization, it can be an easy transition.

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#1 in the Financial Services Industry

- Selling Power's "50 Best Companies to Sell for Now." Nov/Dec 2011

Top Ten Internship for 15 Straight Years

- Vault Guide to Internships, 2011 edition

Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry

- Glassdoor.com's "Best Places to Work" survey, Dec. 2010

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James R Effner Jr, Managing Partner, talks about a career as a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual.

Contact Us

1901 Butterfield Rd
Ste 450

Downers Grove, IL 60515-5458
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Office: 630-353-2300

The Effner Financial Group