Insurance Account Executive (82462)

Western Financial Group; Town of Cochrane; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian financial services provider seeks an Insurance Sales Account Executive in Cochrane, Alberta. You will leverage your expertise in Commercial Lines Insurance to build client relationships, ensuring they have the necessary coverage. The role offers a flexible schedule, competitive commission structure, and a supportive team that prioritizes community engagement and wellness. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a passion for helping clients protect their most valuable assets.

Benefits

14 Paid Wellness Days

3 weeks’ vacation

Company matching savings programs

100% employer paid group benefits

Qualifications

• Passion for helping people protect valuable assets.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for engaging with customers.
• Ability to communicate professionally across various mediums.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and up-sell to clients across all business lines.
• Generate new business by networking and building referrals.
• Build lasting relationships by providing quality customer advice.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

General Level 2 License

Insurance industry knowledge

Job description

Proudly Canadian. Driven by Purpose. Rooted in Care.

Join a national team where people, purpose, and community come first. Western Financial Group was named a 2025 Top Insurance Employer by Insurance Business Canada and is home to more than 2,300 team members supporting over one million customers across 200+ locations across Canada.

Insurance Sales Account Executive

As an Account Executive with Western Financial Group, you will use your expertise in Commercial Lines Insurance to prospect and bring new clients to the organization, ensuring your customers have the coverage they need.

Here is what a typical day looks like

• Prospect and up-sell to clients on all lines of business sold.
• Work and life balance with flexibility to create your own schedule to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Consistently generate quality new business by networking and building Centers of Influence to ensure a consistent stream of referral business.
• Promote retention by building strong relationships and providing quality advice to prospects and customers for long term sustainable growth.
• Navigate multiple insurance partner online portals to complete customer applications.
• Meet and exceed sales and retention targets.
• Collaborate with insurance company Underwriters to ensure evolving guidelines are met.
• Liaise between client and external insurance partners to ensure fair and proper representation for both parties.
• Continuous self‑development, through industry and community involvement, and industry related courses.

The value you bring

• A passion to help people protect what is most valuable to them.
• A self‑motivated and entrepreneurial mindset with unlimited earning potential through a mix of fixed and variable compensation.
• You are a results‑driven Sales Representative with excellent interpersonal skills to actively seek out and engage customers.
• The ability to communicate professionally in person, over the phone, and through email.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to adapt in the face of adversity.
• General Level 2 License and insurance industry knowledge is required.

Hours: Full‑Time, Permanent - 37.5 hours / week

Location: Cochrane, AB

Current Vacancy: Yes

Compensation: This is a fully commissioned role with a guaranteed income component. We provide a starting book of business.

Requisition #: 82462

Why Western?

Western’s people‑first culture, grounded in our guiding principles of Truthfulness, Fairness, Value, and Loyalty, is recognized across Canada and strengthened by our commitment to wellness, flexibility, and meaningful community impact.

Highlights include:

• 14 Paid Wellness Days, 3 weeks’ vacation, company matching savings programs, and 100% employer paid group benefits for eligible employees.
• Over 1,500 volunteer hours supporting 160+ charities in 2024–2025 through the Western Financial Group Communities Foundation.

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

At Western, we strive to create an accessible, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply, even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match every qualification. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] or visit our Careers page.

Our Human First Hiring Approach:

We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are personally reviewed by Western’s Talent Acquisition Consultants. As part of our hiring process, we use standardized, scientifically validated skills assessments (nonAI), and all results are reviewed by our hiring team.

Ready to Apply?

If making a meaningful impact in your community and growing your career in a supportive, purpose‑driven environment excite you, we’d love to hear from you.