Director, Programs & Advisor Community - Financial Horizons

Permanent Full Time

As one of Canada’s leading MGAs, Financial Horizons helps over 6,500 independent advisors grow their businesses and achieve their vision of success. Financial Horizons has over 30 offices and more than 350 employees – all focused on amplifying their business with the right opportunities and solutions at the right time for them.

Canada Life acquired Financial Horizons in 2017. Canada Life is a member of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies and serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States.

Financial Horizons continues to operate independently in the marketplace.

As Financial Horizons continues to grow its position as a leading MGA serving independent advisors, we are seeking an experienced, impactful, and influential leader to advance advisor development, strengthen advisor engagement, and elevate Financial Horizons' industry presence through best-in‑class programs, events, and community‑building initiatives.

Success in this role requires a unique combination of strategic thinking, entrepreneurial mindset, influencing capability, and execution excellence. The ideal candidate understands advisor businesses, can anticipate evolving advisor needs, and thrives in complex environments where collaboration, adaptability, attention to detail, and high standards are essential.

• Develop and execute advisor programs, events, and recognition initiatives aligned to Financial Horizons' growth strategy.
• Identify advisor needs, industry trends, and business opportunities to inform program design.
• Partner with senior leaders to create targeted engagement strategies for key advisor segments.
• Establish a multi-year roadmap that positions Financial Horizons programs and events as industry-leading experiences.

• Design educational, business development, and leadership programs that help advisors grow their businesses.
• Leverage a deep understanding of advisor businesses, entrepreneurial challenges, and market opportunities to shape program content.
• Source, engage, and coach speakers to ensure content is relevant, practical, and impactful.
• Align program outcomes with advisor needs, business objectives, and carrier partner priorities.
• Deliver experiences that drive advisor engagement, retention, and growth.

• Manage and optimize an annual program and events budget exceeding $7 million.
• Establish strong financial governance, forecasting, reporting, and ROI measurement.
• Coordinate multiple stakeholders and partners to ensure seamless program delivery and exceptional participant experiences.
• Drive continuous improvement, operational effectiveness, and a culture of excellence.
• Balance meticulous attention to detail with the flexibility to adapt to evolving priorities and opportunities.

• Partner with Financial Horizons Executive Leadership, Sales Leadership, and Business Unit Leaders to align initiatives with business priorities.
• Act as a trusted advisor on advisor engagement, development, and community-building strategies.
• Build strong relationships with carrier partners, industry experts, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Lead through influence, driving accountability and alignment across teams without direct authority.
• Position Financial Horizons as a leader in advisor development and community engagement.

• 8+ years of experience in program strategy, event leadership, advisor development, financial services distribution, or a related field.
• Deep understanding of the Canadian financial services industry,…