Commercial Insurance Advisor (Independent)

Co-operators; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Co-operators invites motivated, relationship-driven professionals to build an independent Commercial Insurance Advisor practice in Vancouver. You will cultivate strong relationships with local business owners and organizations, delivering tailored insurance and risk management solutions while building your own advisory business under the Co-operators brand.

As an independent contractor, you will leverage your network and advisory expertise to help communities thrive, while developing a

Qualifications

• Valid provincial general insurance license or willingness to obtain one
• Experience in commercial or personal lines insurance
• Experience running your own business
• Background in financial services, banking, B2B sales, or business development
• Experience in client-facing advisory or relationship-management roles

Responsibilities

• Build and grow a profitable commercial insurance portfolio through prospecting, networking, and referrals
• Deliver tailored commercial insurance and risk management solutions to clients
• Act as an independent representative of Co-operators, promoting the brand in the community
• Provide advisory services to business owners, entrepreneurs, and organizations to protect assets and manage risk

Skills

Relationship-building

Sales

Business development

Communication

Organization

Job description

The Opportunity

Build your own business, where your success is driven by the relationships you build, the businesses you support, and the impact you make in your community.

Co-operators is expanding its commercial insurance presence across Canada, and we are looking for driven, relationship-centric professionals who are eager to build an independent business and have meaningful impact. Whether you have years of experience in commercial insurance or you're just getting started, this opportunity offers the autonomy to build and grow your independent business, with the support of a trusted national brand.

As an independent Commercial Insurance Advisor, you'll build strong relationships with local business owners, entrepreneurs, and organizations, helping them protect what matters most. You'll leverage your network, business development mindset, and advisory expertise to deliver tailored commercial insurance and risk management solutions, while establishing yourself as a trusted professional in your community.

This is an independent, business-building opportunity. You will run your own advisory practice as an independent contractor, distributing Co-operators products under the Co-operators brand.

How You Will Create Impact

• Become a trusted advisor in your community by partnering with business owners, entrepreneurs, and organizations to understand their risks and provide tailored insurance and risk management solutions
• Build and grow a profitable, sustainable commercial insurance portfolio by prospecting, networking, and developing referral relationships in high-opportunity markets
• Deliver proactive, advice-based service that strengthens client loyalty, retention, and drives long-term growth
• Act as a visible and professional independent representative of Co-operators, strengthening our reputation and presence in the communities we serve

How You Will Succeed

• You take full ownership of building a profitable, sustainable commercial insurance portfolio
• You earn client trust through consistent, advice-based relationships built for the long term
• You grow a book of business through disciplined prospecting, networking, and relationship leverage
• You continuously develop your expertise in commercial insurance, business risk, and market trends to remain competitive and credible
• You stay focused and resilient in the pursuit of your goals, overcoming barriers while effectively managing your time, priorities, and sales pipeline
• You operate independently while upholding Co-operators' values, brand standards, and client-first approach

This Opportunity May Be Right for You If

We're looking for motivated, relationship-driven individuals who are excited to provide financial security for Canadians and our communities.

You May Be a Strong Fit If You

• Hold a valid provincial general insurance license (or are willing to obtain one) and meet ongoing licensing and continuing education requirements
• Have experience in commercial or personal lines insurance
• Have experience running your own business
• Have a background in financial services, banking, B2B sales, account management, or business development
• Have worked in client-facing advisory or relationship-management roles where trust and credibility matter
• Are a business owner, entrepreneur, or community-based sales professional who thrives on autonomy and long-term growth

What You Bring

• A demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships and convert them into sustainable business growth
• A strong sales and business-development mindset, with comfort prospecting, networking, and creating opportunity
• Clear, confident communication, strong organization, and disciplined follow-through