Company: CGIC
Department: Retail Sales
Employment Type: Regular Full-Time
Work Model: Office-Based
Language: Bilingualism in English and French is required.
Additional Information: This/these role(s) is/are currently vacant

The Opportunity:

Our Distribution team aspires to be the leader in client engagement among Canadian Insurers. We strive to provide a seamless and personalized client experience. Our knowledgeable and trusted team is committed to delivering financial services solutions to meet our clients' unique needs. The Associate Insurance Advisor I is a key player in the support and development of the agency operation primarily through the sales and service of Co-operators personal lines products (auto and home insurance) and may provide some basic support for additional product lines.

How you will create impact:

• Sales, service and profitable growth of personal lines insurance products.
• Advise and recommend coverages and policies that best meet client needs.
• Prospect and cross sell by identifying and recommending additional products/services that benefit the client.
• Complete front-line risk assessment and selection following underwriting guidelines.
• Identify which risks require inspections and re-inspections. May be required to complete inspections.
• Achieve individual goals for client service, sales, quality and productivity.
• Support programs to build multi-client relationships.

To join our team:

• General Insurance License is required or must obtain within two (2) months.

• Meet all provincial-licensing requirements in accordance with continuing education in order to obtain and maintain all licenses.

• One (1) year sales and service experience or related business experience is preferred.

• Knowledge of auto and property insurance products and experience with selling techniques 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 effectively manage your time in the quest of client satisfaction.

• You leverage information about client’s needs and situations to qualify sales opportunities and exhibit strong communication skills that allow you to clearly convey messages.

• You are committed to continuous improvement and building productive client relationships in order to exceed client expectations.

• You’re an effective team player and provide guidance to support the development of your 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.

Expected salary $43,550.00 to $72,583.00 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.

Employees may also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn additional compensation tied to individual and/or business performance, or other business metrics.