Vice President, Acera Insurance Broker Network

Vice President, Acera Insurance Broker Network

Jul 13, 2024 Location :

We put our people first. As an employer of choice, Acera Insurance, formerly Rogers Insurance, offers an outstanding workplace and employee culture that creates valuable opportunities for all employees.

Our people are :

• Encouraged to challenge the status quo and never stop learning in their commitment to excellence.
• Empowered with a sense of accountability and autonomy to take ownership of their work.
• Treated with respect and act with integrity by putting clients, colleagues, and community first.
• Recognized for their achievements and celebrate festivities, big and small, to make work fun.

We also proudly offer most employees the opportunity to become owners. With over 550 employee owners, Acera Insurance is the only Canadian brokerage that is widely owned by its employees. Our employee owners have a vested interest and share in Acera Insurance’s success — which they make possible.

Join our award-winning network of over 1,000 professionals across Canada and help change the way people feel about insurance.

VICE PRESIDENT, ACERA INSURANCE BROKER NETWORK

Your knowledge and experience in leading and managing the growth of a healthy business, along with your ability to develop strong partnerships with key stakeholders, are essential for success in this role. As Vice President, you will oversee the overall health and growth of the Acera Insurance Broker Network (“AIBN”). This includes managing existing branch partner relationships, developing new ones, executing strategic initiatives for growth, and leading the corporate AIBN team. Collaboration with leaders and stakeholders across Acera Insurance will be vital in implementing strategies to support and expand the network.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

1. Developing and executing AIBN’s strategic growth plan; managing forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting; overseeing business operations.
2. Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing branch partners and supporting their growth initiatives.
3. Developing new business relationships with prospective branch partners to expand the network.
4. Overseeing the AIBN corporate staff and fostering a collaborative, engaged, and motivated team environment.
5. Resolving escalated business issues arising from AIBN operations.
6. Acting as a liaison and advocate for AIBN and its branch partners within the broader Acera group.
7. Traveling as needed to visit branch partners, insurers, or industry events.
8. Tracking and communicating branch performance results.
9. Facilitating collaboration and sharing best practices among branch partners and across AIBN.
10. Performing other duties as assigned.

LOCATION AND STATUS

Full-time, permanent

QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of progressive experience in leading, growing, and managing all aspects of a business, including people management and leadership (preferably within a matrix structure).
• At least five years of experience in prospecting and developing new business relationships, with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding goals.
• University degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

VALUES & COMPETENCIES

• High professionalism and integrity.
• Commitment to excellence in customer service and building strong relationships.
• Results-oriented strategic planner with strong financial analysis skills.
• Accountable and reliable in delivering quality, timely results.
• Flexible, adaptable, and skilled in problem-solving.
• Excellent communication skills—both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently or within a team, managing tight and changing deadlines.
• Critical thinker with attention to detail.
• Decisive and confident in making quick decisions.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.

Acera Insurance is one of Canada's largest independent, employee-controlled brokerages, with over 60 locations across Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, and Yukon, and $1 billion in gross written premiums. Our team provides unbiased insurance and risk management solutions tailored to individuals, families, and businesses, with a distinct Canadian perspective. Our collaborative structure leverages our people’s expertise to deliver greater value and resources to our clients nationwide, including comprehensive group benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.