Job Description

We are seeking a Vice President, Advisor Growth & Succession to join our Individual Wealth team. This high-impact role is central to driving advisor recruitment, succession planning, and business growth across our national network. Reporting to senior leadership, you will lead a team focused on expanding our advisor base through external recruitment of entrepreneurial advisors and portfolio managers, supporting succession acquisitions and transitions, and enhancing CL Individual Wealth's value proposition in the market.

What you will do

Provide strong leadership to a high performing sales team including developing senior leaders through a clear and compelling vision, measurement of performance and continuous coaching. Promote the Canada Life Individual Wealth value proposition to the external market and prospective advisors supported by a robust competitive lens of the wealth management marketplace and the competitors Oversee recruiting by attracting experienced advisors and promoting our enhanced product and enhanced platform offerings Manage advisor succession planning transactions, supporting a team dedicated to transitioning advisor practices Design and execute marketing campaigns, track and report on the overall program's success Think outside of the box to attract new advisor business and promote growth through continuous program improvement Deliver on Canada wide sales targets, successfully setting and managing team targets Lead strategic initiatives including the implementation of a client relationship management tool and mapping out the end to end newly onboarded advisor experience

What you will bring

Over 10 years of experience in wealth management and advisor recruiting in a professional sales leadership role Proven track record with success in wealth management sales and meeting defined targets Strong leadership skills with a focus on developing talent Strategic mindset with a track record of driving growth and transformation Skilled in building and nurturing meaningful business relationships Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage key stake holders and clearly articulate a mandate that inspires interest and action A passion for helping advisors through business growth and succession planning

Given the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: Toronto, London, Winnipeg.





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.



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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.