Insurance Planning Associate Vancouver, BC

Nicola Wealth Management Ltd.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Insurance Planning Associate to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial in providing exceptional support to Wealth Advisors and Insurance Specialists, focusing on planning, analysis, and case management of various insurance solutions. The company prides itself on its award-winning culture and commitment to employee growth, offering a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and performance bonuses. If you are passionate about client service and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a meaningful impact in the wealth management sector.

Benefits

Performance Bonus

RRSP Contribution

Profit-Sharing Program

Share Ownership Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a client-facing role with financial and insurance planning exposure.
• Experience with underwriting management and insurance carriers.

Responsibilities

• Support new business applications and underwriting with Insurance Specialists.
• Deliver personalized service and manage high-volume workflows.

Skills

Client Facing Experience

Financial Planning

Insurance Planning

Underwriting Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Adaptability

Education

Life License Qualification Program (LLQP)

Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU)

Certified Financial Planner (CFP)

Qualified Associate Financial Planner (QAFP)

Certified Health Insurance Specialist (CHS)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Teams

MS Outlook

Job description

We have a lot to be proud of at Nicola Wealth. Our sophisticated financial planning, our diversified private investment funds and their exceptional performance, our 99% client retention rate and our award-winning culture, combine to position us as a national leader in wealth management. Recognized as a Best Managed Company and one of Canada’s Top Employers, we are dedicated to upholding our firm’s values through this phase of significant growth.

By bringing together smart, dedicated and supportive colleagues from diverse backgrounds, we deliver extraordinary client service in a values-driven work environment. The collaboration, creativity and entrepreneurial spirit we were founded on provides the opportunity for you to make a real impact and build a rewarding career. We are passionate about our business, our culture and investing deeply in your growth and development to build for the future. If you have this same drive, then let’s talk!

About the Team:

Our Insurance Services Team supports our Wealth Advisors and clients with accurate, timely, and expert insurance knowledge and administrative services. With an increased focus on insurance planning, this team is expected to grow over the coming years.

Purpose of the Role:

As an Insurance Planning Associate, you are committed to delivering exceptional support to our Insurance Specialist, Wealth Advisors, and Wealth Planning Associates. In this role, you will play a key part in the planning, analysis, underwriting and case management of a variety of insurance solutions, including Whole Life, Universal Life, Term Life, Living Benefits (Disability & Critical Illness), and Immediate Financing Arrangements (IFAs).

Core Responsibilities:

• Working with Insurance Specialists and Wealth Advisors, to support new business applications, underwriting, settlements, and inforce servicing.
• Support insurance planning activities through thorough analysis, running illustrations, and preparing recommendations.
• Coordinate medical requirements, collaborate on Reason Why Letters, and client memos.
• Proactively engage with insurance carriers to expedite underwriting decisions.
• Support with the implementation of new IFAs including analysis, underwriting management, and settlement.
• Manage high-volume, fluctuating workflows and ensuring process efficiency.
• Act as a strong client advocate through carrier relationship management.
• Deliver a high level of personalized, end-to-end, service with rapid and solutions-based resolutions of queries.
• Support process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and recommending enhancements.
• Participate in cross-functional team meetings and collaborate on projects with members of the Advisory Services team to improve processes across teams.
• Engage in ongoing learning and development to improve skills and knowledge.
• Provide mentorship to team members to support learning and development.
• Other relevant and related responsibilities, as assigned and as the needs of the organization change.

Core Competencies:

• Delivers Results - You are a dynamic, entrepreneurial individual who is dedicated driving results. Your tenacity and determination allow you to successfully navigate challenges.
• Relationship Building and Communication – You have high EQ and ability to build productive working relationships. You have exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Resourceful - Highly proactive, organized, persistent and self-motivated. You constantly take initiative and deliver high quality work while managing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Analytical Discipline - You adopt an analytical approach with meticulous attention to detail. You are adept at learning, following and optimizing detailed processes, tasks, and procedures.
• Client Service - You constantly maintain a professional demeanor and demonstrate an authentic commitment to client service.
• Team Player - You demonstrate a passionate commitment to collaboration and supporting others to realize their potential. You move the team forward and balance diplomacy with persistence.
• Adaptability - You thrive in a high volume, growth and change environment, where independent work and collaboration are equally valued – you're adept at both.

Skills & Qualifications:

• You have a minimum of 5+ years’ related work experience in a client facing role with exposure to financial planning, and insurance planning
• You have experience working with carriers, and underwriting management.
• You have experience and understand the nuances of IFA underwriting and ongoing administration.
• You have completed the Life License Qualification Program (LLQP)
• You are highly proficient with systems including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook
• Experience working in an independent advisor setting, MGA, or banking is preferred.
• Industry designations considered an asset: Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Qualified Associate Financial Planner (QAFP), Certified Health Insurance Specialist (CHS).
• You are legally eligible to work in Canada for any employer.

Compensation & Benefits Package:

This position comes with a base salary range of $67,000 - $87,000 plus a competitive performance bonus, RRSP contribution and participation in our profit-sharing program. Base salary will be commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications.

At Nicola Wealth, our people grow our business, delight our clients, and live our values every day. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package reflects our appreciation for this commitment. Whether it’s participating in our profit sharing and benefit programs on day one, or the opportunity to participate in our share ownership program, our people are able to go beyond a conventional salary and bonus structure. To learn more about our complete package, visit: www.nicolawealth.com/total-rewards.

Application Process:

Please include both a cover letter and resume in support of your application. We are an inclusive, equal opportunity employer. For more information about this and other roles, visit: www.nicolawealth.com/careers.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. Should you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process please contact us at [e-mail] and we will work with you to meet your needs. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Nicola Wealth policies.

Thank you for your interest in a career with Nicola Wealth!