Bilingual Distribution Practices Associate

Bilingual Distribution Practices Associate (12 Month Contract)

Location:
Remote, anywhere in Canada

The total target compensation (TTC) range, including salary and target bonus, is $63,600 - $98,580. This TTC range is applicable to permanent roles only. The actual base salary offered within this range will be determined by the successful candidate’s skills and experience, as well as internal equity. Fixed-term contract and casual roles are not eligible for annual bonus and would receive only the base salary component.

Empire Life is looking to hire a Bilingual Distribution Practices Associate (12 Month Contract) to join our Retail Distribution team! We are actively seeking candidates to fill a current, open position.

The Distribution Practices Associate supports the distribution teams in all lines of business by developing and delivering services designed to efficiently promote distribution partner best practices; meet the Company’s regulatory obligations; and manage risk associated with the Company’s distribution channels. The incumbent is guided by defined goals and objectives and works under the general supervision of the Manager, Distribution Practices.

Why pursue this opportunity

The environment - we understand the importance of work-life balance and strive to provide a supportive work environment that allows our employees to achieve both personal and professional goals.

Have your voice heard - with a fresh perspective, we welcome those that can highlight

opportunities for improvement. We encourage creative and innovative thinking and welcome candidates who are not afraid to challenge the status quo.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion - we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and welcome candidates who share this commitment.

What you’ll be working on

• Assist the Distribution Practices team to provide knowledgeable and practical advice to business unit partners concerning distribution matters relating to distribution due diligence, best practices, contracting and monitoring, in respect of prospective, current and former distribution partners to support the Company’s distribution relationships and improve the quality of distribution partner business
• Collaborate with Distribution Practices team, participate in implementation of practical solutions designed to support the Company’s compliance with all distribution-related regulatory requirements and industry and corporate standards to help manage the Company’s legal, regulatory, and reputational risk
• Assist the Distribution Practices team to provide cost effective distribution risk management support to business units through the development and implementation of compliance and risk management standards and measures designed to enable proactive distribution risk management activities
• Assist the Distribution Practices team to provide knowledgeable and practical advice to business unit partners on Distribution Partner compliance requirements
• Conduct desk reviews and develop detailed reports on findings and recommendations; forward recommendations to the Distribution Partner and follow up on action plans; collaborate with Distribution Partners regarding the recommendations; provide resource information and assistance for implementation into their practices.
• Facilitate communication with sales teams and Distribution Partners on existing, changed or new industry or regulatory requirements that affect their practices
• Assist in creating and updating education tools for use by our Distribution Partners, including company compliance website, Distribution Partner Reference Guide, FAQs

What we’re looking for you to have

• Bilingual in both English and French
• 3+ years work experience in the insurance/financial services industry with hands-on experience in distribution, training or compliance
• Knowledge of sales practices and relevant insurance regulation
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, email, internet, and presentation software
• Investigative, analytical and decision-making skills
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• Motivation, tact, diplomacy and ability to handle confidential information
• Ability to…