Job Description

We currently have a challenging and exciting opportunity for a Business Development Advisor in our Vancouver branch. The successful candidate will be based out of Vancouver and will report to the Regional Director, BC. By providing excellent customer service, the Business Development Advisor will contribute to the achievement of a profitable and growing portfolio of business by effectively promoting the company.

What You'll Do:

Contact, screen and handle new appointments; Train and educate brokers on products, policies/procedures, technological changes and underwriting guidelines; Accountable for acquiring new business, maintaining and growing existing business and providing advisory and strategic partnership to our Brokers; Participate in regular broker audits and follow up with required course of action; Gather market and competitive information and report same; Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokerage force, including regular broker visits; Participate in the development and implementation of marketing/business development plans; Represent the company by attending industry functions; Communicate and review monthly broker production and profit performance; Respond to broker enquiries and provide advice/guidance in developing and executing sales initiatives for company products; Act as a liaison between brokerage force and company personnel; Occasional underwriting advice for all business lines; Planning/organizing company events (Golf tournaments/broker receptions); Occasional risk inspections; Guidewire experience would be considered an asset; Various other duties, administrative or otherwise, as required.

What You'll Bring:

Minimum 5 years related insurance experience; CIP/FCIP designation or working towards; Candidates who are familiar with underwriting are preferred; Proven knowledge of policy wordings and rating guidelines; Insight into current market and industry trends; Willing and able to travel, including overnight stays; Ability to work independently and highly self motivated; Strong relationship building and negotiation skills; Strong business management capabilities (business plans, marketing plans, metrics); Strategic thinker; Well developed interpersonal, organizational and time management skills; Computer skills including Microsoft; Post-secondary education would be an asset.

What You'll Experience:

Competitive base pay with annual bonus eligibility Healthy work-life balance including a day off every 4 weeks Matching contributions to your Registered Pension Plan Personal insurance reimbursement Social events held throughout the year Celebration of your team's achievements each year with an annual staff appreciation event A career in a stable and essential industry, at a company with an exceptional corporate culture and opportunities for professional development and advancement

Why Peace Hills:

Peace Hills General Insurance Company has been serving Western Canada since 1982 with home, auto and business insurance products. Our head office is in Edmonton, Alberta, with branch offices in Calgary and Vancouver. We currently employ over 300 staff who work with more than 1,000 broker offices across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, the Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Yukon Territory.

Peace Hills is proudly owned by the Samson Cree Nation, and it is through Wahkotowin - a Cree word that means "kinship" and the interconnectedness of all beings - that we are and continue to be a respected insurer that provides creative and responsive solutions.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $79,000.00-$94,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care RRSP match Tuition reimbursement Vision care Wellness program Work from home
Work Location: In person