Insurance Advisor / Insurance Specialist

Nicola Wealth Description At Nicola Wealth, our clients deserve the best. The same goes for our people. We have a lot to be proud of at Nicola Wealth. Our sophisticated financial planning, proprietary limited partnerships, and investment products, 99% client retention rate and award-winning culture combine to position us as a national leader in wealth management. Recognized as a Best Managed Company and one of Canada’s Top Employers, we are passionate about our business, our culture and investing deeply in your growth and development to build for the future. By bringing together smart, dedicated, high caliber people from diverse backgrounds, we deliver exceptional client service in a truly dynamic work environment. The mentorship, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit we were founded on provides the opportunity for you to make an impact and build a rewarding career. We are passionate about our business and our culture, and are looking to attract, retain, and develop individuals who share our vision.  Department Overview Our Advisory Services Division, is a fast-growing team within the firm, responsible for providing exceptional service to our high-net-worth clients. Our strength lies in delivering superior strategic financial counsel to clients with complex wealth management requirements. Our Wealth Advisors thrive in a cooperative workspace where they pool their knowledge and experience. This shared expertise not only bolsters the continuous growth and enrichment of our client-facing team but also guarantees we possess the aptitude and understanding necessary to navigate the intricacies of our client's lives. By doing so, we can meticulously create holistic and integrated financial plans tailored to our client’s unique circumstances. We value strategic minded individuals who take pride in producing exceptional work, have an entrepreneurial spirit, and are driven to help Nicola Wealth build a successful and sustainable business. Position Summary Are you a results-oriented Insurance Specialist  motivated to find proactive insurance solutions for high-net-worth clients and their families? Are you committed to building lasting relationships, delivering superior client service, and learning from an experienced leader and team? As an Insurance Specialist  with Nicola Wealth, you will join an established, successful team of Wealth Advisors. You will partner with our Wealth Advisors to deliver integrated insurance and estate planning solutions to complement our clients’ holistic wealth management needs. You will utilize your in-depth knowledge of the full suite of life insurance and living benefit products to provide valuable and suitable solutions tailored to our clients’ unique planning needs. The location will be a hybrid work model in Vancouver, BC or Toronto, ON. Key Accountabilities: Collaborate with Wealth Advisors to develop insurance strategy solutions tailored for clients/prospects contributing to the steady expansion of our firm's insurance business and generation of revenue. Partner with Wealth Advisors to complete the discovery process to better understand the life events and wealth planning needs of clients/prospects to identify insurance opportunities. Design and provide recommendations to offer comprehensive insurance, risk management and estate planning advice that aligns with clients/prospect’s current and evolving needs. Work closely with Wealth Advisors to conduct continuous and regular evaluation of current coverage of existing clients to identify insurance opportunities, ensuring their unique insurance and estate planning needs are met. Establish trust and build strong relationships with clients/prospects by asking questions, providing exceptional advice, and adeptly addressing challenging inquiries. Work with internal and external stakeholders to underwrite new policies, navigate underwriting obstacles to secure favorable offers and stay abreast of new product information/changes. Success Factors: You are a dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded individual who is dedicated to developing and expanding the business. You are resilient, tenacious, and possess the determination to persevere through challenges. You showcase superb communication skills in verbal, written, and presentation formats. You pay meticulous attention to detail, maintain a professional demeanor, adopt an analytical approach, and demonstrate an authentic commitment to client service. Your strong interpersonal skills enable you to employ a consultative approach and establish trust with others. You thrive in an environment where independent work and collaboration are equally valued. You are passionate about contributing to culture and community by sharing knowledge and best practices. Your experience and qualifications will include: A minimum of 5+ years of related work experience as an insurance advisor working in a high performing, client service-oriented capacity. Completion of the Life License Qualification Program (LLQP). Industry designations considered an asset: Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Qualified Associate Financial Planner (QAFP), Certified Health Insurance Specialist (CHS). Post-secondary degree of equivalent. You are highly proficient with computer systems including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook. You are legally eligible to work in Canada for any employer. Please include both cover letter and resume in your application. Thank you for your interest in this position. We are an inclusive equal opportunity employer. For more information about this and other roles: nicolawealth.com/careers