New Business Advisor

We’re searching for a New Business Advisor, Personal Lines Insurance. Are you searching for new possibilities? Westland Insurance Group Ltd is growing and has a new opportunity for a New Business Advisor, Personal Lines Insurance in our Grande Prairie, AB office. In this role, you will represent the Westland brand and values while delivering exceptional insurance service and trusted advice to our clients. Westland is committed to continuous learning where employees can grow their potential and write the stories of their careers. Financial assistance is available for approved work-related training/development courses leading to certification, and programs that offer professional development, including seminars and conferences. Discover what’s possible, with Westland. The Westland story is all about growth, and that means plenty of possibility for everyone on our team. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. As we continue to open new doors, we're inviting amazing people like you to join us. As a New Business Advisor, Personal Lines Insurance, your primary focus will be identifying sales opportunities, recommending appropriate personal lines insurance solutions, and closing new business. You’ll leverage your insurance knowledge and strong sales skills to assess clients’ home, auto, and lifestyle insurance needs while contributing to Westland’s growth and success. Interested in learning more? Why you'll love Westland: An open, flexible and welcoming workplace Plenty of opportunities to grow and learn Autonomy to own your own success Be part of our inclusive culture, alongside an extraordinarily talented community of people with a wide variety of backgrounds A total rewards program that takes care of your financial, physical, and mental health Flexible paid Values Days to celebrate days important to you Paid Volunteer Days for employees as part of Amplifying Communities, a program to support causes that matter most to our employees and clients Why we’ll love You: Strong knowledge of personal lines underwriting with a proactive, sales-driven, client-focused approach Ability to identify opportunities and recommend solutions that meet client needs and business goals High attention to detail, strong communication skills with the ability to engage clients across multiple channels Organized, reliable, and able to manage competing priorities effectively Level 1 General Insurance License (with commitment to obtain Level 2 within the first year) and at least one year of insurance experience Commitment to ongoing professional development (CAIB or CIP is an asset) Once here, you'll: Represent Westland’s brand and values while delivering trusted insurance advice and exceptional service Assess client needs and recommend home, auto, and lifestyle insurance solutions Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities to support growth Manage client inquiries, documentation, and concerns in line with policies and service standards Maintain accurate client records in accordance with privacy and compliance requirements Collaborate with colleagues, management, and insurance partners to foster strong team dynamics Participate in sales initiatives, community events, and business development activities #LI-AW1 #LI-Onsite Want to get to know each other better? Send your resume our way. You belong here We strive to be much more than a great place to work. Here, you join a collective of incredibly vibrant, purpose driven, and open-minded people. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. You will be supported and respected for who you are and for the voice you add to the conversation. At Westland, you will feel the power of community. Westland Insurance Ltd. is an inclusive organization that values diversity in its workforce. We listen, champion equity and diversity, and create safe welcoming spaces where everyone has a voice and is free to be themselves. Westland Insurance Ltd. encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at [email protected]

The New Business Advisor will identify sales opportunities and recommend appropriate personal lines insurance solutions to clients. They are also responsible for managing client inquiries, maintaining accurate documentation, and closing new business to support company growth.

Candidates must hold a Level 1 General Insurance License and possess at least one year of insurance experience. Strong knowledge of personal lines underwriting and a proactive, sales-driven approach are required for this role.

• Financial assistance for training and development • Professional development programs • Flexible workplace • Total rewards program • Flexible paid Values Days • Paid Volunteer Days

• Customer servicePreferred
• OrganizationPreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred
• SalesPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Business developmentPreferred

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• Personal lines insurance
• Sales
• Underwriting
• Client service
• Communication
• Attention to detail
• Organization
• Business development
• Risk assessment
• Documentation management
• Client Needs Assessment
• Continuous Development
• Open Mindset
• Service Standards
• Personal Lines Insurance
• Mental Health
• Business Development
• Management
• Customer Service
• Training And Development
• Equities
• General Insurance
• New Business Development
• Detail Oriented

• Sales
• Finance & Accounting
• Customer Service & Support
• New Business Supervisor
• Business / Management Consultant
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Management Analysts

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week