AVP National Sales (Primerica Distribution)

Permanent Full Time 

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Reporting to the Senior Vice President, the AVP National Sales, Primerica Distribution will play an integral role within our growing Independent Distribution team at Canada Life on a national level. In this fast-paced, results-driven environment, you will work directly with sales leadership and teams within this new, diverse independent distribution market as we look to establish a net new strategy focused on growth, evolution and execution. You will have a core accountability to identify strategies that will create the foundation to accelerate sales growth and deepen our strategic partnership with Primerica across the country. You will also work closely with other field leaders and wholesale counterparts to help deliver on the exciting Segregated fund growth in a unique and growing market.

What you will do

• Through a strong appetite for growth and leadership, chart the path forward for a new distribution opportunity from the ground up
• Working with sales leaders and advisors Primerica, be the face of the Canada Life brand across Canada
• Establish and execute a tailored business and relationship management plan
• Accountable for achieving sales objectives and financial targets
• Ensure overall national strategy and objectives are executed consistently across the country
• Develop and strengthen Canada Life’s brand affinity with Primerica’s growing advisor base
• Contribute to the Independent Distribution strategy
• Work closely with other Independent Distribution field leaders to collaborate and understand top priorities for their regions and deliver on objectives and strategies
• Through tight collaboration, ensure appropriate deployment of wholesale resources and support with a focus on growth and breadth
• Lead and influence comprehensive development of education-focused tactics that meet specific needs of a broad spectrum of advisors in the wealth space
• Work closely to inform and influence execution with various teams including marketing, product, operations and compliance strategies

What you will bring

• 10+ years of financial services experience with a strong track record of growing wealth sales in diverse markets
• University degree (business-focus)
• Industry certifications and designations (e.g. CFP) considered an asset
• Creative and innovator thinker, focused on driving the business forward
• Strong field credibility and interpersonal skills to lead through influence, and inspire diverse audiences to accelerate growth
• Appetite and aptitude for continuous learning and development of your leadership skills
• Takes responsibility, accepts challenges and is motivated by results
• Strong public speaking ability and strong ability to effectively communicate with senior leaders. 
• Demonstrated ability to impact, influence, and negotiate to achieve desired results.
• Well organized, capable of managing many priorities at once, and capable of responding to different situations that arise day-to-day with the end goal focused on client and advisor growth
• Bilingualism (English & French) considered an asset

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The base salary for this position is between $108,300- $200,400 annually.  This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc).  If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. 

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. 

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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