About the Role
This permanent full-time role offers the chance to manage strategic commercial insurance accounts, partner closely with senior leadership, and progressively develop toward a future Practice Leader position. You will gain exposure to client strategy, business development, insurer partnerships, industry specialization, and leadership initiatives while working within a collaborative and growth-focused organization.
Responsibilities
- Provide a consultative client experience to help clients make informed decisions regarding their insurance and risk management needs.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships by understanding client objectives, challenges, and insurance requirements.
- Act as a trusted advisor by providing strategic insurance guidance and proactive service.
- Identify opportunities to expand client relationships through cross-selling and referrals to internal teams, including Personal Insurance, Commercial Enterprise, and Life & Benefits.
- Assess client needs and recommend appropriate insurance solutions and coverage enhancements.
- Support client retention initiatives through ongoing engagement and relationship development.
- Manage a high volume of renewals by coordinating with internal teams, insurance companies, account executives, assistant account managers, and marketing teams.
- Collaborate with an Assistant Account Manager on policy administration activities, including applications, renewals, endorsement changes, cancellations, re-marketing initiatives, and claims application support.
- Maintain accurate client records and interactions within the Broker Management System and other company portals.
- Support clients through multiple communication channels in a fast-paced environment.
- Support financial operations by assisting with invoicing, payment collection, and account reconciliation activities.
- Participate in strategic planning initiatives focused on client retention and portfolio growth.
- Contribute insights regarding industry trends, emerging risks, client challenges, and market opportunities.
- Support initiatives designed to enhance the client experience and strengthen long-term client engagement.
- Collaborate with leadership on opportunities to improve operational efficiencies and service delivery.
- Assist in the development of strategies to support continued growth within the practice.
- Contribute to initiatives that increase visibility and value within specialized industry segments.
- Act as a liaison between clients and insurance companies regarding underwriting concerns.
- Provide underwriting guidance and facilitate communication between stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with insurer partners.
- Support insurer negotiations relating to coverage options, terms, and solutions for clients.
- Stay informed regarding industry trends, emerging risks, regulatory developments, and market conditions to better advise clients and prospects.
- Partner with senior leadership on initiatives supporting the growth and development of the Commercial Insurance practice.
- Mentor and support Assistant Account Managers and junior team members.
- Share expertise and best practices within the team environment.
- Participate in leadership development opportunities designed to support future career growth.
- Collaborate on initiatives aimed at strengthening client engagement, business development, and practice performance.
- Support a collaborative, client-focused, and results-oriented culture.
Requirements
- RIBO License required / AMF License or willing to obtain the license
- Bilingual in English and French with the ability to support clients, stakeholders, and business activities in both languages, including quarterly travel to Québec.
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in Account Management, Sales, Underwriting, or related roles within an insurance brokerage or insurance company.
- Experience managing commercial insurance accounts and building strong client relationships.
- Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines successfully.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Client-centric mindset with a collaborative and team-oriented approach.
- Exposure to Commercial Insurance, Professional Liability Insurance, Commercial General Liability Insurance, specialty programs, or Group Insurance is considered a strong asset.
- Experience working closely with underwriting teams and insurer partners.
- Previous mentoring, coaching, team lead, or leadership experience is considered an asset.
- Demonstrated interest in leadership development and long-term career progression.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to identify growth opportunities within client portfolios.
- Ability to influence stakeholders and build relationships with senior decision-makers.
- Positive, energetic, and professional attitude.
- Articulate, engaging, and approachable communication style.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
- Ability to balance exceptional client service with strategic business objectives.
- Team-oriented mindset with a passion for mentorship and continuous improvement.
Skills
- Account Management
- Sales
- Underwriting
- Commercial Insurance
- Client Relationship Management
- Risk Management
- Strategic Guidance
- Cross-selling
- Referrals
- Insurance Solutions
- Coverage Enhancements
- Client Retention
- Policy Administration
- Invoicing
- Payment Collection
- Account Reconciliation
- Strategic Planning
- Industry Trends Analysis
- Emerging Risks Analysis
- Market Opportunities Analysis
- Operational Efficiencies Improvement
- Service Delivery Improvement
- Underwriting Concerns Liaison
- Underwriting Guidance
- Insurer Relationship Management
- Negotiation
- Regulatory Developments Awareness
- Market Conditions Awareness
- Leadership Development
- Mentorship
- Business Development
- Practice Performance Improvement
- Client-Focused Culture Support
- Results-Oriented Culture Support
- Organizational Skills
- Time-Management Skills
- Prioritization Skills
- Communication Skills
- Relationship-Building Skills
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Critical-Thinking Abilities
- Business Acumen
Location
- Hybrid
- Québec (for travel)
Work Type
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Senior
- 5+ years of experience in Account Management, Sales, Underwriting, or related roles within an insurance brokerage or insurance company.
Salary/Compensations
- 90K-110K
- Additional earning potential through cross-selling commissions, referrals to other business units, an annual discretionary bonus of up to 12%, and a variable bonus based on team practice performance.
Benefits
- 3 weeks of vacation upon hire
- 6 personal/sick days
- 2 bereavement days
- Additional paid time off, including 1 holiday bonus day, 1 birthday bonus day, 2 religious days, 1 volunteer day, and 1 study and exam day.
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits effective from Day 1, including coverage through Greenshield and MyHSA.
- RRSP matching program through Wealthsimple, with up to a 1% employer match after 1 year of service.
- Equipment provided, including up to 2 monitors, laptop, keyboard, mouse, headset, webcam, and docking station.
About the Company
- Recruit Action (agency permit: AP-2504511) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach.
