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Cowan Insurance Group is looking for a qualified Senior Sales Consultant for our Group Benefits Team!

This role is reporting to the Vice President, National Benefits Consulting in Group Benefits. You’re a sales-driven entrepreneur that is motivated by proactively getting new clients and business. You’re a relationship builder that gets excited when striking up a meaningful conversation with a client, industry partner or colleague. You are detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills that will enable you to put together solid solutions for our clients. If you’re nodding, this Senior Sales Consultant role in the Group Benefits area at Cowan Insurance Group may be perfect for you, we’d love to hear from you!

The successful candidate will have a primary focus on the pursuit of new clients who operate mid to large businesses in Canada and are looking for a partner to consult on their employee benefits programs.

What will you do:

• Soliciting, counselling and quoting potential new clients leveraging external carrier partners
• Managing the sales and implementation process
• Dealing with all aspects of employee benefits programs from inception of new business, renewals, mid-term adjustments and claims
• An individual sales goal will be developed and supported with a sales and training plan created with the National Benefits Leadership Team
• The successful candidate will bring the ability to balance a proficiency in both closing new business as well as fostering relationships with clients to support strong retention.

What will you bring:

• 4 plus years experience in employee benefits
• LLQP license or willingness to obtain
• Strong social skills and confidence required to succeed
• Customer-centric, friendly and professional at all times
• Demonstrated consultative approach to selling
• Exceptional organization skills with an ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
• Highly developed sales and customer service skills
• High level of self-motivation, with the ability to perform effectively with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products
• Proficiency with social media and willingness to work with emerging digital tools
• GBA, CEBS (or working towards designation) would be an asset

Who we are:

Proudly independent and Canadian-owned, Cowan Insurance Group has been a true market leader in the insurance industry since 1927. With an extensive range of product offerings and integrated commercial and personal insurance, group benefits, and wealth management solutions, we provide our clients with outstanding customized, comprehensive insurance and risk management professional advice and placement.

Recognized as one of Canada's Most Admired Cultures and a Canada's Best Managed Companies Platinum Club Member, Cowan Insurance Group's award-winning client-centric approach emphasizes innovation, excellence, and collaboration. Join our team as we prepare for our centennial celebration in 2027!

What sets us apart?

Be in good company

Integrity matters. It drives our award-winning workplace culture and fuels our collective desire to help our clients, employees, and communities thrive.

Challenge your thinking

You're valued for your passion, drive and creativity. The pace is fast but the work is meaningful, interesting, and complex, just the way you like it.

Grow together

We believe in your potential. If you’re looking to develop your expertise with learning opportunities and mentoring, we’ll make that happen.

Benefits and perks

• Competitive salary
• Participate in our comprehensive benefits plan on day one — no waiting period
• Company-matched Retirement Savings Plan
• Company-paid training and development courses
• Community involvement
• Hybrid work environment

Are you interested?

Please Apply!

This position is subject to appropriate background checks that may include, credential, employment, credit, criminal and reference checks.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, we will contact only those selected for interviews. If you are an applicant with disabilities and require accommodations, please let us know at the time of our contact so that we may arrange for their provision.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will be selected strictly on the basis of an individual's technical qualifications, knowledge and experience, as they relate to the requirements of a particular position. Selections will be made without regard to: age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family status, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, record of offences, sex, sexual orientation.

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