Job Description

Permanent Full Time
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Role Description
Reporting to the Sales Support Manager, the Sales Support Associate plays a critical role in the operations of the Group Benefits sales team in BC. In this role the successful candidate will work closely with Account Managers, Group Benefit Analysts, the Service team, and advisors to deliver Canada Life products to the market. The Sales Support Associate is a self starter who always has the foundation of a great team behind them; they display strength in critical thinking, attention to detail, and communication.
What you will do:

• Prepare quotes and presentations via in-house software and Microsoft Office suite tools
• Package and email annual renewals to advisors on behalf of Account Executives
• Underwrite and price new groups and amendments
• Work collaboratively with Group Benefit Analysts and Account Managers to deliver Canada Life products to the market
• Develop a strong competency of our systems and processes
• Act as a liaison between our office and advisors to investigate and gather missing information
• Certain assignments and specialized tasks: such as broker commissions, report creation, and other various administrative duties

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Post-secondary education
• Strong critical thinking skills with an analytical approach
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient in using Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe; aptitude for learning new technologies
• Excellent time management and organization: ability to prioritize multiple tasks and expectations, ability to plan and organize work, meets deadlines
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Effective communicator, both written and verbal. Responds promptly to requests; tact, courteous, and patient in all communications internal and external
• Experience in the group benefits industry would be an asset

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The base salary for this position is between $44,700.00 - $ 67,000.00 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.
Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!
Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.
You can be your best here. You're part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You'll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.
Together, as part of a great team, you'll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It's our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that's trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.
Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.
We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.
Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
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Requisition ID: 3924
Category: Sales and Business Development
Location:
Vancouver, British Columbia, CA
Date: Jul 9, 2025
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