Business Development Manager - Toronto
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The Opportunity
As an entry-level Business Development Manager in Individual Insurance & Investments, you're responsible for supporting sales growth through prospecting and relationship-building with financial advisors and brokers. Activities include inside and/or external sales, collaboration with Business Development Directors, and servicing multi-level marketing MGAs. The role involves making prospecting calls, attending events (including some evenings/weekends), and responding to broker inquiries. Requires strong customer focus, knowledge of individual insurance (investment knowledge an asset), and excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
What you'll do
Responsibilities
- Drive sales growth through prospecting calls, meetings, and relationship-building with advisors and brokers.
- Promote and position individual insurance and investment products; stay informed on market trends.
- Develop new advisors and support existing ones to increase production.
- Assist with onboarding, inbound inquiries, and maintain accurate CRM records.
- Represent the company at events, trade shows, and through social media to build brand awareness.
What you'll need
Qualifications
- Degree in administration or related field, with strong knowledge of individual life insurance (investment knowledge an asset).
- 3-5 years of experience in insurance sales and financial services; LLQP or other industry designations are assets.
- Excellent communication, sales, negotiation, and networking skills; ability to deliver presentations and workshops.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills; proficiency with MS Office and CRM tools.
- Social media experience and creativity to identify new opportunities for growth.
We're looking for
Core Skills
A little bit about us
Assumption Life
At Assumption Life, we value the development of our employees in diversified and inclusive work teams that foster creative thinking and innovation.
Assumption Life is deeply committed to its community's development
Founded in 1903 in Massachusetts, Assumption Life is the result of a group of people who want to take their destiny into their own hands. Their goal was simple: to ensure the prosperity of Acadian families in New England. Since its inception, Assumption Life has continued to making difference beyond the borders of l'Acadie for all families across Canada. Our Company, which began as a great idea 122 years ago, is now one of the largest mutual life insurance and financial services companies in Canada. Today, this culture of generosity and commitment is demonstrated by our employees. Whether it is helping out at special events, raising funds for charities or, helping people in need, Assumption Life employees are very committed to their community and are always ready to help.
An employer of choice
We ensure competitive salaries, as well as performance-based bonuses, generous benefits and flexibility in our policies and practices to respond to the needs of our employees.
Assumption Life is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We extend employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, gender identity or gender expression, status of a pardoned person, social condition or political activity. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation for an interview, please let us know by emailing [email protected]
Are you interested?
Work With Us
Be part of a dynamic team that values leadership, collaboration, trust, and commitment. Enjoy training and development opportunities, a competitive salary, bonuses, a robust pension plan, and more. Our vibrant downtown Moncton location offers a dynamic work environment, a gym in the building, and one paid day for volunteer work each year.