Regional Director Business Development Canada - WFG

Transamerica; British Columbia; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Regional Director for Business Development in Canada. This role involves coaching and leading a team of consultants to drive sales growth and enhance agent experience. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in financial services, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of the insurance industry. The position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits in a remote or hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Comprehensive benefits including pension and 401k match

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Diversity initiatives

Qualifications

• 10+ years in financial services, including sales management.
• Life license or Life & Health license, and Mutual Fund license required.
• Deep understanding of the insurance industry and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team responsible for sales growth and achieving business targets.
• Recruit, hire, and lead staff, setting performance expectations.
• Travel regularly to coach and ensure sales goals are met.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Strategic decision-making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Regional Director Business Development Canada - WFG

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Job Overview

The Regional Director Business Development is responsible for coaching, leading, and developing a team of External Business Development Consultants. The role involves interfacing with field agents and leadership to generate sales, increase agent recruiting, licensing, and sales production, as well as enhancing the agent experience. The team executes growth strategies and acts as a principal advocate for WFG’s field force to support business development and strategic partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team responsible for sales growth and achieving business targets.
• Increase licensed agents, first-time producer sales, and business retention.
• Empower the field with resources, knowledge, and innovative solutions.
• Guide strategic planning and resolve issues through performance analysis.
• Implement initiatives to improve business effectiveness and agent engagement.
• Travel regularly to coach and ensure sales goals are met, managing budgets effectively.
• Recruit, hire, and lead staff, setting performance expectations and conducting reviews.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in financial services, including sales management and leadership.
• Life license or Life & Health license, and Mutual Fund license.
• Deep understanding of the insurance industry, securities, and regulations.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and strategic decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and experience with training delivery.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
• Bilingual abilities (English/French/Spanish/Punjabi).
• Experience with WFG/TFA platforms.

Work Conditions

• Remote or hybrid environment with extensive travel (50-75%).
• Non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle required.

What We Offer

Competitive salary, bonuses, comprehensive benefits including pension, 401k match, insurance plans, wellness programs, parental leave, and diversity initiatives.

About Us

Transamerica, part of Aegon, has a rich history of serving diverse communities for over a century. We focus on helping people live their best lives through innovative financial solutions and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.