Insurance Wholesaler (Bilingual English + Cantonese/Mandarin)

Permanent Full Time 

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We’re looking for a Regional Sales Specialist to drive a key region for our insurance Distribution line of business. This role delivers product expertise, provides industry insights, and drives life insurance, disability and critical illness business sales by partnering with a variety of advisors. Our product shelf is robust, dependable and effective and we’re looking to you to show case to advisors the power behind Canada Life solutions.

What you will do

• Provide expertise on life insurance, disability and critical illness products, sales strategies, the financial services industry and applicable legislation to advisors + clients  

• Leverage your understanding of tax and estate planning related to life and living benefits 
• Use your credibility and expertise (CFP, CH.F.C., PFP and/or CLU) and ability to leverage product solutions and strategies to create an excellent advisor experience 
• Apply creativity, discipline, and initiative as you drive complex cases  

What you will bring 

• Bilingual in Mandarin/Cantonese is a must have
• 4+ years of experience in financial services / insurance industry ideally in life insurance
• Post-secondary education, preferably in finance; or equivalent work experience
• Strong leadership, sales and relationship-building skills
• Good knowledge of Canadian life insurance, disability and critical illness products, sales strategies, the financial services industry and applicable legislation
• General understanding of tax and estate planning principles related to life insurance and living benefit solutions
• Financial services designations, such as CFP, CH.F.C, PFP or CLU are considered an asset
• Experience supporting advisors in a variety of business models including Managing General Agencies and National Accounts would be an asset
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to travel throughout an assigned region using your own means of transportation 

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The base salary for this position is between  $minimum - $ maximum 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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