Regional Director, Desjardins Agent Network

Desjardins; London; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + bonus

Vacation

Pension plan

Insurance

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Desjardins seeks a Regional Director for the London East region (London, Brantford & Cambridge) to drive strategic objectives and profitable growth within Desjardins Agent Network. You will align agent needs with Desjardins products and lead initiatives across sales, operations and talent development.

You will mentor agents, recruit top talent, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver strong customer experiences and business results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent) is required.
• Ten years of relevant experience is required or equivalent.
• Experience in insurance/financial services and managing independent businesses.
• LLQP and Other Than Life licenses (or completion within 6 months).
• Strong English proficiency is essential for interactions with partners and clients.
• Advanced knowledge of P&C and Life Insurance products.

Responsibilities

• Consult with Desjardins Agents to develop and execute business plans.
• Drive multi-line growth within the region using market knowledge.
• Mentor new agent candidates during training and field development.
• Identify strategic solutions for market challenges and opportunities.
• Recruit and attract top talent to expand the agency footprint.
• Develop regional communication and change management plans.
• Act as Brand Ambassador promoting Desjardins values and leadership behaviors.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to support agent success.

Skills

English proficiency

Leadership

Strategic mindset

Travel-ready

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

LLQP & OTL licenses

Job description

Required The Regional Director is a senior leadership role within the Desjardins Agent Network, responsible for driving strategic objectives, identifying growth opportunities, and achieving key business results. With a deep understanding of the independent Desjardins Agent business model, you will play a pivotal role in aligning agent needs with Desjardins’ products, services, and tools. This position is accountable for profitable growth and relationship management across the defined geographic region of London East (London, Brantford & Cambridge). More specifically, you will be required to:

• Consult with Desjardins Agents to support the development and execution of their business plans focused on Business Management; Sales Process; Team Member Development; Customer Experience & Quality.
• Drive profitable, multi-line growth within your assigned region by applying deep market knowledge and subject matter expertise to differentiate the Desjardins Agent Network—an exclusive and independent distribution model.
• Collaborate with new agent development resources to mentor and prepare candidates for the agency opportunity throughout training and field development activities, ensuring a strong foundation for future agency success.
• Identify and recommend strategic solutions to address business challenges, capitalize on market opportunities, and enhance operational systems to support both new market acquisition and retention.
• Recruit and attract top-tier talent to optimize the agency footprint and ensure alignment with regional and organizational growth priorities.
• Develop and implement regional communication and change management strategies that support Desjardins’ vision and priorities through a mix of virtual meetings, in-person sessions, study groups, and written communications.
• Act as a Brand Ambassador by consistently promoting Desjardins’ vision, cultural values, and leadership behaviours in all interactions with agents and internal partners.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to integrate organizational capabilities and support agent success through shared goals and aligned initiatives.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
• Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
• Group insurance including telemedicine
• Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment
• Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

What You Bring To The Table

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• A minimum of ten years of relevant experience
• Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
• Experience in the insurance or financial services industry, familiarity in managing independent businesses
• Holds the following: Life License Qualification Program (LLQP) and Other Than Life (OTL) license or Completion required in the first 6 months in the role
• Expert proficiency of English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clients
• Advanced knowledge of P&C and Life Insurance products and an understanding of market conditions
• Must have a valid driver's licence and access to a vehicle as travel within a defined area is required for this role
• Available for travel to Aurora office for meetings

Action oriented, Ambiguity, Customer Focus, Differences, Drive results, Nimble learning, Strategic mindset, Trust

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!

Job Family

Management (FG)

Unposting Date

2026-09-7

This position is actually vacant.

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