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Regional Director Business Development Canada - WFGTransamerica • Toronto, BC, CA
Regional Director Business Development Canada - WFG

Regional Director Business Development Canada - WFG

Transamerica • Toronto, BC, CA
9 days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Please apply at :

https : / / isarta.com / jobs / ?utm_source=IND&job=117236

Job Family

Account / Relationship Management

About Us

At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.

Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment - one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.

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Who We Are

We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life.

Today, we're part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what's important to them.

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What We Do

Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs.

Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It's part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.

  • For more information, visit transamerica.com.?
  • Job Description Summary

    As part of World Financial Group (WFG) the Regional Director Business Development is responsible for coaching, leading, and developing a team of Regional External Business Development Consultants who interface with field agents and field leadership to generate life and annuity / seg fund sales, drive increased agent recruiting, licensing, and sales production; enhance the agent experience; increase field performance through issue / opportunity identification and resolution, training, and events and program promotions. The Business Development team executes on WFG growth strategies and goals, as well as other WFG, MTP, and / or budget directives. The Regional Business Development teams act as a principal advocate for WFG's field force to help grow and support the business, promote opportunities, and develop partnerships that align with the company's strategic vision.

    Job Description

    Responsibilities

  • Leads a team of External Business Development Consultants responsible to generate WFG life and annuity / seg fund sales growth and achieve business targets set for WFG and Transamerica.
  • The Director in alignment with the WFG Business Development team achieves results and executes on objectives that increase licensed agents counts, first time producer sales, business retention and increased agent selling - multi-ticket and multi-product sales.
  • Empower the field force with information, tools, and resources to achieve business goals. Share knowledge of industry best practices, home office resources, marketing platforms, and other programs / processes available for success. Innovate and connect solutions to business needs.
  • Provide guidance to field leaders on strategic planning and issue resolution as needed. Conduct analysis of field performance to identify emerging trends and make recommendations to drive sales, grow and retain licensed agents, engagement, and practical risk management.
  • Engage and empower field leadership to implement WFG initiatives that improve business effectiveness.
  • Monitor agent recruiting and licensing within territories. Implement / deliver messaging, training, incentives, etc. to drive growth and meet retention objectives.
  • Consult with field leadership to ensure systems, procedures, and programs adhere to WFG / Transamerica guidelines and quality control measures. Resolve identified issues.
  • Travel regularly with Regional External Business Development Consultants providing coaching to better implement sales strategies that maximize regional sales. Coach on performance effectiveness to maximize resource efficiency. Ensure productivity and sales goals are met and exceeded consistently. Ensure effective use of territory travel / entertainment budgets ensuring total expenditures are within budget and providing best return on investment.
  • Provide leadership and clear direction to staff. Recruit, hire, lead, coach, reward, and direct day-to-day activities of employees with a focus on professional development and achieving targeted business outcomes. Set clear performance expectations, conduct performance reviews, and as needed implement improvement measures for individual and team success.
  • Qualifications

  • Ten years of financial services industry experience, including distribution / sales management and leadership roles.
  • Life license or Life & Health license
  • Mutual Fund license
  • In-depth understanding of the life insurance industry, securities business, agency operations, products, and US or Canadian regulations.
  • Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills with the field force, home office areas, strategic partners, and key stakeholders.
  • Solid business acumen and sound judgement to identify issues / gaps, make strategic decisions, and influence outcomes aligned to objectives.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret and communicate complex concepts.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, presentation, and public-speaking skills for extensive contact with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
  • Creative self-starter with the ability to engage and motivate others.
  • Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Effective application of project management methodologies.
  • Proficiency using MS Office products and technologies to deliver in-person and web-based trainings / meetings.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business field
  • Bilingual : English / French / Spanish / Punjabi (oral and written) as required in some territories
  • Proficiency using WFG / TFA platforms
  • Working Conditions

  • Remote or hybrid-remote office environment
  • Extensive travel (50-75%) to field offices, business meetings, conferences / events
  • Non-standard work schedule to include evenings and weekends.
  • Valid driver's license and vehicle required
  • Compensation

  • The Salary for this position generally ranges between $100,000 - $130,000 CAD annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.
  • Disclaimer :

    Beware of fake job offers!

    We've been alerted to scammers impersonating Transamerica recruiters, particularly for remote positions. Please note :

  • We will never request personal information such as ID or payment for equipment upfront.
  • Official offers are sent via DocuSign following a verbal offer-not through text or email.
  • This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

    What We Offer

    For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.

    Compensation Benefits

    Competitive Pay

    Bonus for Eligible Employees

    Benefits Package

    Pension Plan

    401k Match

    Employee Stock Purchase Plan

    Tuition Reimbursement

    Disability Insurance

    Medical Insurance

    Dental Insurance

    Vision Insurance

    Employee Discounts

    Career Training & Development Opportunities

    Health and Work / Life Balance Benefits

    Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.

    Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).

    Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars

    Parental Leave - fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.

    Adoption Assistance

    Employee Assistance Program

    Back-Up Care Program

    PTO for Volunteer Hours

    Employee Matching Gifts Program

    Employee Resource Groups

    Inclusion and Diversity Programs

    Employee Recognition Program

    Referral Bonus Programs

    Inclusion & Diversity?

    We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We're thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.

    To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all.

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  • Giving Back?

    We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.? ?

    Transamerica's Parent Company?

    Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.

  • It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose : Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity. ?
  • As of December 31, 2023
  • Please apply on :

    https : / / isarta.com / jobs / ?utm_source=IND&job=117236

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