Regular Group Account Executive

As a Regular Group Account Executive, you will build strong relationships with existing and new group benefits advisors and consultants within the 50+ employee group environment. You will be accountable for the acquisition of new business, the maintenance, growth, profitability and the strategic direction of assigned existing accounts, and overall customer satisfaction. More specifically, you will be required to:

• Foster and maintain excellent advisor, consultant and client relationships

• Develop and implement a business plan that will assist you to meet sales, retention and net growth targets

• Grow the block of business on a profitable basis

• Conduct regular face-to-face meetings and promotional presentations with advisors, consultants and clients highlighting Desjardins Insurance’s group benefits products, services and competitive advantages

• Bring the voice of the client to internal partners for quotes, renewals and service-related issues

• Represent the Desjardins brand by regularly attending and actively participating in industry conferences and events

What we offer*

• Competitive salary and annual bonus

• 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year

• Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement

• Group insurance including telemedicine.

• Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

* Advantages apply based on eligibility criteria.

What you bring to the table

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

• A minimum of five years of relevant experience in group benefits

• Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered

• Holds a of GBA (Group Benefits Associate) or CEBS (Certified Employee Benefits Specialist)

• Expert knowledge of group insurance products and policies, underwriting principles, pricing and procedures

• Expert proficiency in English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English speaking partners, members and/or clients

• Available for frequent travel at the request of members and clients

• Must have a valid driver's licence and access to a vehicle

Collaborates, Communicates effectively, Complexity, Customer Focus, Decision quality, Drive results, Ensures accountability, Networks, Persuades, Plans and aligns, Resourcefulness, Stakeholders, Strategic mindset

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Trade Union

Non-unionized

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

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Job Family

Member/client sales and service (FG)

Unposting Date

2024-10-3