Life Insurance Sales Advisor Trainee

Neilson Financial Services Limited; Calgary; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Neilson Financial Services Limited is actively seeking motivated individuals to become licensed in LLQP through fully paid training and support, then to sell life insurance in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

You will master our life insurance products, convert warm leads into tailored solutions, and build lasting client relationships while aiming to exceed targets and maintain compliance with QA standards. A robust onboarding and ongoing coaching program supports your growth.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to obtain an LLQP license (with fully paid training and support).
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• No life insurance sales experience required.
• Proven experience in customer service or sales will set you up for success.

Responsibilities

• Own the phone! Handle a high volume of warm leads through inbound and outbound calls.
• Be the expert: master our life insurance products and tailor solutions for clients.
• Build lasting relationships: connect with clients and be their go-to for life insurance advice.
• Hit your targets, crush your goals: work in a fast-paced environment with strong results focus.
• Stay compliant: collaborate with QA to ensure calls meet high standards of service and accuracy.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Resilience

Growth mindset

Education

LLQP license (cert)

Job description

At Neilson, we’re dedicated to helping families secure financial protection for their loved ones with a range of life insurance options.

Neilson is a leading provider of innovative, simple and great-value direct life insurance products. You may have come across some of our brands such as Cover Direct and Seniors Choice.

We have evolved from our origins in the UK, where the business was launched in 2012, to become an award-winning international operation and leader in the global life insurance market. Today, we have offices in the USA, Canada, Ireland, and Australia in addition to our UK operations.

We’re offering fully paid LLQP training and licensing to help you become an expert, whether you have experience in sales or are ready to make your mark for the first time!

Why Choose Neilson FS?

• Fully Paid LLQP Licensing: We’ll cover your LLQP training and licensing fees. You’ll be equipped with all the tools you need to build a thriving career in life insurance sales.
• Comprehensive Classroom Training: Get prepared to hit the ground running with our industry-leading, classroom-based training. We set you up for success before you even make your first call.
• 1:1 Weekly Coaching: Your growth matters! Benefit from personalized, weekly coaching to develop your skills and advance in your role.
• Endless Growth Potential: Start here, but the sky’s the limit. With tons of development opportunities and a pathway to a long-term career, this role could be the start of something big.

What You’ll Do

• Own the phone! Handle a high volume of warm leads through inbound and outbound calls, turning potential into reality.
• Be the expert: You’ll master our life insurance products, turning complex information into simple, tailored solutions for clients.
• Build lasting relationships: Connect with clients, understand their needs, and be their go-to for life insurance advice.
• Hit your targets, crush your goals: You’ll work in a fast-paced environment where success is celebrated, and exceeding targets is part of the job.
• Stay compliant: Collaborate with our Quality Assurance team to ensure that every call meets the highest standards of service and accuracy.

What You Bring To The Table

• A drive to succeed: You’re ambitious, hungry, and ready to make a difference. Sales targets are a challenge you’re excited to meet head‑on.
• Willingness to learn: Whether you’re new to sales or looking to level up, we provide the training and support to help you excel.
• Strong communication skills: You’re confident, articulate, and comfortable handling calls with clients from all walks of life.
• Resilience: Sales is tough, but so are you. You don’t shy away from challenges – you thrive in competitive environments.
• A growth mindset: Feedback is fuel. You’re eager to learn, grow, and always find a way to improve.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to obtain an LLQP license (with fully paid training and support).
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• No life insurance sales experience required!
• Proven experience Customer service or sales will set you up for success

Additional Information

If you are passionate about making a difference, you thrive in a fast paced and entrepreneurial environment and you want to be a part of a high performing team, we would love to hear from you!

Accessibility For Job Applicants

We strive to make our job application process accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application, interview, or selection process, please contact our Human Resources department. Our team will work with you to provide suitable accommodations to ensure your participation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Neilson Financial Services is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and abilities. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is fundamental to our company culture.

Base Salary Range: $36,000 - $60,000

This posting is intended to fill an existing vacancy, with a headcount requirement of 20 positions

We use AI to assist with parts of our screening process and for interview note-taking. All hiring decisions are made by humans.