
Modern Woodmen of America: Member Owned Financial Services With Community Impact
Modern Woodmen of America stands as a distinctive member-owned fraternal benefit society that has been protecting families and strengthening communities since 1883. Headquartered in Rock Island, Illinois, this unique financial services organization serves nearly 700,000 members nationwide through a network of over 1,000 representatives, combining comprehensive financial guidance with meaningful community engagement that sets it apart from traditional financial institutions.
Fraternal Financial Services Excellence
As a nonprofit organization with annual revenue between $1-5 billion, Modern Woodmen specializes in life insurance, retirement planning, and comprehensive financial services. What makes this organization truly distinctive is its fraternal structure-owned and operated by its members, creating a purpose-driven approach to financial security that extends far beyond typical services. This member-centric model fosters a collaborative work environment where employees contribute to both individual financial wellness and broader community development.
Community Centered Culture and Values
Modern Woodmen's culture reflects its core mission: improving quality of life for members and the communities where they live, work, and play. The organization emphasizes:
- Purpose-driven work focused on securing futures and strengthening families
- Community engagement through local volunteer projects and educational initiatives
- Collaborative environment that values both financial expertise and social responsibility
- Professional growth with exposure to client service, operations, and business development
- Stability and recognition including Forbes ranking as one of the world's best employers
Career Growth and Professional Development
With a workforce of 1,001-5,000 employees and a 4.0 Glassdoor rating, Modern Woodmen offers professionals the opportunity to join an organization with 140+ years of stability and growth. The company's dual focus on financial protection and community impact creates meaningful career paths where employees develop expertise in financial services while making tangible differences in hometown communities across America. Team members thrive in a growth-oriented culture that values initiative, accountability, and teamwork-where professional advancement goes hand-in-hand with purposeful work that touches lives and secures futures.
Mission
Modern Woodmen exists to improve quality of life for our members and the communities where they live, work and play. We do this through financial guidance and social, educational and volunteer activities.
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Financial Representative
Description
Launch your financial services career with an organization that positively impacts thousands of families and communities each year. Modern Woodmen of America is a fraternal financial services organization built to help families throughout life. Together with our members across the country, we pioneer bright futures in the communities we serve.
About the role
Our financial representatives at Modern Woodmen of America are dedicated to helping individuals from all backgrounds achieve their financial goals. They create and execute tailored financial plans that illustrate members' current situations, outline their future aspirations, and offer the necessary financial tools and support to reach those goals.
About Modern Woodmen of America
Modern Woodmen of America is one of the nation's largest fraternal benefit societies, with over $18 billion in assets. Fraternalism is a unique combination of business and giving back to those we serve - a continuous cycle of positive impact.
- Our representatives provide financial guidance and products to help members protect their families and their futures.
- Our products help fund member programs, including social, educational and volunteer activities that enrich members' lives and meet local needs.
- Our programs build and strengthen relationships, allowing for membership growth and greater community impact.
We're proud of the impact fraternalism makes. It's what allows Modern Woodmen - and you, as a Modern Woodmen financial representative, to make a difference in your community!
In 2024, Modern Woodmen spent $17.4 million in support of fraternal programs for members in hometown communities of all sizes across the United States.
About you
- Show integrity and character.
- Demonstrate leadership skills.
- Team-oriented.
- Focus on results/success driven.
- Can or have overcome adversity.
- Grow by helping others.
- Show volunteer spirit in the community.
- Look for self-improvement opportunities.
- Enjoy building long-term relationships.
- Credible, trustworthy and honest.
Education and training
Modern Woodmen's education and training programs start the first day and continue throughout your career. Whether you have an extensive background in financial services or you're just getting started, you'll have the support you need. With hands-on workshops, mentorship from seasoned professionals, and access to the latest industry resources, you'll be well-equipped to succeed in your new role. Our goal is to see you succeed as a trusted professional who can positively impact the lives of many.
Qualifications
- Passion for bettering members' financial lives.
- Ability to obtain or already hold: an active life insurance license, FINRA securities registration (Securities Industry Essentials(R)/SIE), Series 6 and/or 7 license, and Series 63 license, as required by state).
- Ability to pass a background check that includes satisfactory regulatory, criminal and financial standing.
Benefits and perks
- Paid medical and dental insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Noncontributory pension plan.
- Group term life insurance.
- Expense-paid trips, bonuses and other incentives.
Modern Woodmen is an equal opportunity employer.

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