Director Individual Insurance

Company 1; Quebec; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking a Director of Individual Insurance for Eastern Quebec. This role involves managing relationships with advisors, driving sales of life and living benefit insurance, and developing business plans. The ideal candidate is bilingual, has relevant industry experience, and possesses strong negotiation and facilitation skills.

Benefits

Opportunities for learning and career growth

Flexible, inclusive environment

Support in shaping your future

Qualifications

• Fully bilingual in French and English.
• Knowledge of personal and corporate taxation.
• Previous industry sales experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with key advisors and intermediaries.
• Identify opportunities for profitable business growth.
• Conduct sales meetings and seminars.

Skills

Insurance sales experience

Bilingual (French and English)

Facilitation skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Relevant professional designations (e.g., CLU, CFP, CH.F.C.)

Job description

We are currently seeking a Director of Individual Insurance to serve the Eastern Quebec territory.

Manulife is a leading provider of insurance solutions that helps people make decisions easier and lives better. Through a diversified distribution platform—including independent advisors, contracted agents, financial planners, brokers, and distribution partners—we deliver:

• Market-leading individual life insurance
• Living benefit products, the best on the market
• Critical illness and disability insurance solutions

Reporting to the Regional Vice President Sales, Individual Insurance Quebec, the Director of Individual Insurance will be responsible for:

• Providing case consultation and product marketing support to select advisors and intermediaries in the territory to drive sales of individual life and living benefit insurance

Position Responsibilities:

• Proactively manage relationships with key advisors and intermediaries
• Assist in resolving problems with intermediaries and clients within the region
• Identify opportunities for profitable business growth
• Develop and implement business development plans
• Conduct dynamic sales meetings and seminars
• Contribute to strategies that enhance marketing support and generate new sales ideas

Required Qualifications:

• Fully bilingual in French and English to support clients across jurisdictions outside Quebec
• Knowledge of personal and corporate taxation and financial planning
• Relevant professional designations (e.g., CLU, CFP, CH.F.C.) or working towards them
• Previous industry sales experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of regulatory issues affecting life insurance sales
• Strong understanding of marketing concepts and product applications
• Knowledge of competitive positioning
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills

What We Offer:

• Opportunities for learning and career growth
• A flexible, inclusive environment that supports wellbeing
• Support in shaping your future within our global team

About Manulife and John Hancock:

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider committed to diversity and inclusion. We strive to attract, develop, and retain a diverse workforce and foster an inclusive environment that values all cultures and individuals. We are dedicated to fair recruitment, retention, advancement, and compensation practices without discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, or other protected grounds.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodations during the application process are encouraged to contact our HR representatives. All shared information will be handled in compliance with applicable laws.

Working Arrangement: Remote

Salary & Benefits:

Salary varies based on market conditions, location, and individual qualifications. Employees are eligible for incentive programs and other benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement plans, and more. For U.S. applicants, please inquire about specific paid time off provisions.

Required Experience: Director

Key Skills:

• Experience in insurance sales and management

Employment Type: Full-Time

Vacancy: 1