Associate Financial Advisor Jobs in Magog, Quebec, Canada
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Magog, Quebec, Canada
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About the role
Company: CGIC
Department: Retail Sales Employment Type: Regular Full-Time Work Model: Office-Based Language: This role operates in English.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are a leading Canadian financial services co-operative committed to being a
catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy. That’s why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities which enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose. The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients and our communities.
The Associate Financial Advisor plays a key role in supporting and developing
agency operations through outbound prospecting, client contact and sales activities. This role may have an opportunity to specialize in one or more product areas such as life, group and wealth. The Associate Financial Advisor will identify prospects in both personal and business markets, determine needs and as a trusted Associate Advisor, make informed product recommendations. They may also be involved in the development and growth of personal lines products (home/auto insurance) and specialty lines (farm and/or commercial) portfolios.
HOW YOU WILL CREATE IMPACT
- Support development of the agency operation through the sales and profitable growth of life, group and wealth management products.
- Service and support the life, group and wealth management portfolio of the agency while adhering to compliance rules and regulations for the sale of life insurance and wealth management products.
- Proactively complete client reviews focusing on life and wealth management products.
- Prospect and cross sell all lines of business by completing needs analysis for clients in accordance with the agency Business Plan.
- Complete front-line risk assessment and selection, following underwriting guidelines.
- Complete home, commercial and farm inspections as required.
- Develop annual marketing plans outlining strategies and activities to meet goals in each product area of responsibility.
- Respond to and investigate client questions and concerns, resolve client complaints and escalate issues appropriately.
TO JOIN OUR TEAM
- Life License is required.
- General or other Insurance License(s) may be required depending on the specialty focus for the role.
- Meet all provincial-licensing requirements in accordance with continuing education in order to obtain and maintain all licenses.
- A minimum of two (2) years sales experience or related business or marketing experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of insurance products and strong underwriting skills is an asset.
HOW YOU WILL SUCCEED
- You remain focused and optimistic in the pursuit of a goal, despite barriers, until the objective is achieved and allocate time and resources to effectively manage the sales portfolio.
- You successfully build plans focused on expanding market penetration and apply an innovative mindset to improve operational efficiencies, with a client centric lens.
- You have strong communication skills to influence or persuade others to adopt a specific course of action and can effectively facilitate mutually beneficial solutions.
- You build trusting relationships and provide guidance to support the development of peers.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- You will be subject to a Background check as a condition of employment, in the event you are the successful candidate.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Training and development opportunities to grow your career.
- Opportunities to give back to your community.
- A competitive compensation package and benefits program.
Salary information
Expected salary/hourly range is $54,517.00 to $90,861.00 CAD
The salary amount for the successful candidate is determined by Co-operators
in its discretion and will vary depending on several criteria including but not limited to: local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualification, experience and education.
About Co-operators
As a leading Canadian financial services co-operative, Co-operators offers multi-line insurance and wealth products, services, and advice to build financial strength and security. With over $56 billion in assets under management, we provide financial solutions and security through property and casualty (P&C) insurance, life insurance, wealth management, institutional asset management and brokerage operations. We are governed by member organizations, including co-operative organizations, credit union centrals and representative farm organizations.
We are rooted in the idea that together, we are stronger, safer, and more resilient. Our vision to be a catalyst for a sustainable society is reflected in everything we do, including our community investment programs, strategic partnerships, and active volunteerism. We champion and fund the development of community-oriented co-operatives and social enterprises, invest for positive impact, and work hard to contribute to communities across Canada by supporting financial literacy, mental health, flood safety, and sustainability initiatives and programming.
With over 600 locations across the country, over 6,000 employees and a dedicated financial advisor network of over 2,500 licensed insurance representatives, we remain true to our roots: putting the needs of our clients and our communities first.
Our response to COVID-19 As an essential service, we took immediate steps to ensure the health and safety of our people, clients, and communities. We’re following the direction of Health Canada as we roll out a phased return to corporate and local offices across the country. If you have applied for a posted role, a recruiter will be in touch with an update. Currently, all interviews are being conducted remotely.