Regional Manager, Individual - Life (External Wholesaler) - Alberta Employment Type: Existing Role Working Business Language: English Salary: At Wawanesa, salary is only one component of a holistic, comprehensive and competitive offering that we provide to our employees. Full-time and part-time permanent employees are eligible for an annual bonus plan, leave of absence top-up programs, generous vacation time, personal days, premium free benefits and a pension plan. The salary offered for this role is estimated to be within $85,000 - $100,000 base plus variable monthly commission, resulting in an approximate total yearly income in the first year of $150–160k+. Candidates with expectations outside this range are still encouraged to apply. Locations: Calgary, AB; Edmonton, AB. About Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company (“Wawanesa Mutual”), founded in 1896, is one of Canada’s largest mutual insurers, with over $3.5 billion in annual revenue and assets of $10 billion (CAD). Wawanesa Mutual, with its National Headquarters in Winnipeg, is the parent company of Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance products and services throughout Canada, and Western Financial Group, which distributes personal and business insurance across Canada. Wawanesa proudly serves more than 1.7 million members in Canada, and we are home to more than 3,300 employees distributed across the Canadian regions and communities where we operate. We give back to organizations that strengthen communities, donating more than $3.5 million annually to charitable organizations, including over $2 million annually in support of people on the front lines of climate change. Job Overview The Regional Manager is responsible for planning and executing the Annual Business Plan to achieve sales targets within the British Columbia territory.



This role involves building and maintaining a strong broker network and promoting Wawanesa Life as a leading insurance provider. Job Responsibilities Appointing, training, and developing broker relationships. Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with Head Office personnel. Excellent communication skills, including verbal, written, and listening. Effective decision-making and problem-solving abilities. Commitment to personal development and staying current with industry changes. In-depth knowledge of Wawanesa Life products, underwriting, and administration practices. Solid business acumen and negotiation skills. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI). Experience with CRMs including Salesforce considered an asset. Major Duties and Responsibilities Develop and implement the Annual Business Plan with a strong focus on achieving sales targets. Manage the territory in alignment with the Business Plan and company objectives. Build new broker relationships, ensuring they meet company standards. Provide quarterly feedback on year-to-date sales activities and results. Manage activities within the allocated expense budget. Other Responsibilities (10%) Act as a liaison between Head Office, brokers, and clients to resolve issues and enhance service levels. Promote sales and marketing tools. Monitor competitive marketplace changes and consumer/marketing trends.



Collaborate with the Head Office team to develop new product opportunities based on market trends and broker feedback. Qualifications Ability to be licensed within 90 days or currently licensed to transact life insurance sales in British Columbia. 5+ years of proven sales experience, with a focus on initiating contact, presenting, and closing deals. Preference will be given to those candidates with a university degree and/or industry designations such as CLU, CFP or CHS. Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision. A valid driver’s license. Travel within the region as outlined in the Business Plan, including overnight travel when necessary. Travel to Head Office as required. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging At Wawanesa, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our people – this is supported by having a representative workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including racialized persons, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender‑diverse and neurodiverse individuals, and anyone who can contribute to the further diversification of thought and ideas. We aim to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out in confidence to Please note that the recruitment process for this position may involve the use of AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All final decisions are taken or reviewed by human recruiters and human hiring leaders in compliance with all applicable legislation. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Regional Manager, Individual - Life (External Wholesaler) - Alberta - C$85,000 - C$100,000 A Year (Calgary)
🏢 Wawanesa Mutual Insurance
📍 Calgary