Bilingual Distribution Practices Consultant

THE EMPIRE LIFE INS. CO• Remote, CA,

3d•CA$78,698 - CA$125,350•Remote

About The Position

Empire Life is looking to hire a Bilingual Distribution Practices Consultant to join our Retail Distribution team! We are actively seeking candidates to fill a current, open position. The Distribution Practices Consultant supports the distribution teams in all lines of business by developing and delivering services designed to efficiently promote distribution partner best practices; meet the Company’s regulatory obligations; and manage risk associated with the Company’s distribution channels. The incumbent is guided by defined goals and objectives and works under the general supervision of the Manager, Distribution Practices.

Requirements

Bilingual in both English and French
5+ years work experience in the insurance/financial services industry with hands-on experience in distribution, training or compliance
Completion of a university degree with courses in business administration or other applicable discipline
Knowledge of sales practices and relevant insurance regulation
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, email, internet, and presentation software
Well-developed investigative, analytical and decision-making skills
Very well developed written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Tact, diplomacy and the ability to handle confidential information
Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks or projects

Nice To Haves

FLMI or AIRC an asset

Responsibilities

Provides knowledgeable and practical advice to business unit partners concerning distribution matters relating to distribution due diligence, best practices, contracting and monitoring, in respect of prospective, current and former distribution partners to support the Company’s distribution relationships and improve the quality of distribution partner business
Collaborating with the Distribution Practices team, participate in the implementation of practical solutions designed to support the Company's compliance with all distribution-related regulatory requirements and industry and corporate standards to help manage the Company's legal, regulatory, and reputational risk
Provide cost effective distribution risk management support to business units through the development and implementation of compliance and risk management standards and measures designed to enable proactive distribution risk management activities
Deliver engaging and informative presentations to distributors through webinars and in-person presentations
Monitor Distribution Partner contract obligations, market conduct, standard criteria, use of company logo, block reviews, report creation and make recommendations for remedial action
Provide knowledgeable and practical advice to business unit partners on Distribution Partner compliance requirements
Distribute Compliance Review Surveys (CRS) and Annual Compliance Certifications to Distribution Partners; review and analyze results to determine course of action
Conduct desk and on-site reviews and develop a detailed report on findings and recommendations; forward recommendations to the Distribution Partner and follow up on action plans; collaborate with Distribution Partners regarding the recommendations; provide resource information and assistance for implementation into their practices.
Communicate with sales teams and Distribution Partners on existing, changed or new industry or regulatory requirements that affect their practices
Provide new and updated education tools for use by our Distribution Partners, including company compliance website, Distribution Partner Reference Guide, FAQs

Benefits

Hybrid work model
Competitive salaries with annual pay increases
Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions, for non sales positions
Access to learning & development programs, and education/tuition reimbursement (role dependent), to support your professional growth and career advancement.
Competitive uncapped commission, for sales positions
A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package starting from day one of employment, that includes life insurance, health and dental and a generous health account
Flexible work arrangements and an annual allotment of personal health days.
Four weeks annual vacation from hire date
A defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matching
Top up programs for parental leave and compassionate leave
Employer-sponsored wellness and recognition programs
A cash employee referral program