Vice President, Employee Benefits

HUB International; Regina; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Vice President of Employee Benefits, where you will lead a dynamic team focused on enhancing client relationships and driving growth. This role offers the opportunity to mentor talent, improve operational efficiencies, and collaborate with national teams on strategic initiatives. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive culture, this position is perfect for someone looking to make a significant impact in the Employee Benefits sector. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about service and integrity, this is the role for you!

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

RRSP match

Work flexibility

Educational opportunities

Paid day off for your birthday

Qualifications

• 10+ years of management experience in the Employee Benefits industry.
• Life Insurance License or a clear path to obtaining one is preferred.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and build the Employee Benefits team to attract and retain top talent.
• Drive client retention initiatives and analyze performance.
• Collaborate with the Chief Strategy Officer on sales and retention goals.

Skills

Employee Benefits Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Strategic Thinking

Problem-Solving

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Education

Post-secondary Education

Tools

Broker Management Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ignite your potential. Impact what matters.

Hi, we’re HUB – a network of doers with diverse stories and a shared goal to support our clients and communities. We believe in supporting each other, because great work happens when people come together. We aim to build a team where anyone can spark an idea and everyone can make a difference, pushing ourselves forward to give more to others.

Partnering with us places you at the center of a vast network of specialists in risk, insurance, employee benefits, retirement, and wealth management. We bring clarity to a changing world with tailored solutions and relentless advocacy—preparing you for tomorrow.

The Opportunity!

As the Vice President, Employee Benefits, you will be responsible for growing and managing our Employee Benefits operations, performance, relationships, and revenue. Your focus will be on improving efficiencies, increasing engagement, and fostering cross-functional teamwork across branches and departments. You will collaborate with the National Employee Benefits team on regional accounts.

You will work with the Chief Strategy Officer to design, communicate, and implement Employee Benefit Sales and Cross-Sell initiatives. Mentoring Employee Benefits Managers to achieve their goals, providing growth opportunities, and focusing on attracting and retaining talent will be key. You will also ensure high standards of work quality and service from your team.

Building positive, results-oriented relationships with departments, sales teams, clients, and carriers is essential. You should possess advanced product knowledge, industry relationships, and the ability to analyze and compare insurance products objectively.

We are offering:

• Full-time, permanent career with one of Canada’s fastest-growing Employee Benefits firms, starting ASAP. Location options include Manitoba, Saskatchewan, or Alberta.
• This role requires full-time in-office presence and regional visibility.
• Reporting directly to the COO and Chief Strategy Officer, you'll support and collaborate with Sales and Operations teams.
• An excellent next step in your Employee Benefits leadership career.

Key accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Leading and building the Employee Benefits team to attract, hire, and retain top talent, ensuring client needs are met profitably.
• Driving client retention initiatives, analyzing reasons for losses, and addressing them.
• Developing the Employee Benefits operations structure to support sales across all locations.
• Serving as a liaison between regional and national leadership groups.
• Monitoring branch performance to ensure growth, revenue, profitability, efficiency, and satisfaction.
• Communicating regularly with employees, listening to concerns, and resolving issues.
• Collaborating with the Chief Strategy Officer to identify initiatives, set sales and retention goals, and provide training.
• Deploying, training, and monitoring branch goals to ensure results.

• Managing existing clients and pursuing new opportunities.

What you will bring to the role:

• Ideally, 10+ years of industry and management experience.
• Life Insurance License or a clear path to obtaining one.
• Post-secondary education is preferred.
• Experience managing across organizational boundaries.
• Advanced knowledge of Employee Benefits processes, underwriting, and procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidentiality awareness.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Business acumen and strategic thinking.
• Results-oriented with effective time and resource management.
• Proficiency in Broker Management Software and Microsoft Office.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills and client focus.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Commitment to professional development and leadership development.

Why Join HUB?

• Inclusive, welcoming company culture.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, RRSP match, and perks.
• Work flexibility supported.
• Educational and growth opportunities.
• Potential for advancement within the organization.
• Paid day off for your birthday.

What makes us different?

Our Vision: To be everywhere risk exists—today and tomorrow. Helping protect what matters most.

Our Mission: To support the aspirations of individuals, families, and businesses, and empower our employees to learn, grow, and contribute to their communities.

Our Core Values:

• Entrepreneurship: We encourage innovation and educated risk-taking.
• Integrity: We do the right thing every time.
• Teamwork: We work together to maximize results.
• Accountability: We measure and take responsibility for outcomes.
• Service: We serve clients, communities, and colleagues.

If you're excited by this opportunity, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to join a team that values integrity and service, please click Apply Now.