Branch Manager

Location: Burns Lake

Bulkley Valley Insurance Services - Burns Lake, Highway 16, Burns Lake, British Columbia, Canada

Job Description  Posted Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Bulkley Valley Insurance Services, with three branch facilities located in the beautiful Bulkley Valley prides itself on employing empowered staff committed to delivering high quality sales and service to personal and commercial clients.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to meet their career goals while balancing their lifestyle with the many amenities our community has to offer.
If you want to join a dynamic group dedicated to cooperative values and client service, this is the right career move for you. You will report to the General Manager and under executive direction, you will manage the overall operation of a single branch and direct the utilization of staff, equipment and facilities. Using highly developed leadership skills and behaviors, plus a sound understanding of the Insurance business, you will initiate action to improve growth/development of the branch’s insurance portfolio;

pursue new business; set short/long term branch goals/objectives and manage all branch staff. You will manage the overall operation of the branch; supervise the work of branch staff including recruiting activities; resolve the more complex issues, complaints and claims; and provide coaching to branch staff to achieve sales targets. You will monitor insurance branch activities to ensure adherence to established policies, procedures and standards;

oversee the disbursement, balancing and reconciliation of general insurance accounts and commissions. You will develop insurance portfolios through the application of an established marketing plan; initiate action to improve growth and development of the branch. Through effective deployment and development of staffing resources you will foster an environment that encourages staff engagement and delivery upon an Enhanced Service Commitment to our clients;

establishe and maintain strong member and staff relationships; work as a member of the team; and set a personal example of service and professionalism. This position requires a results-oriented professional with a commitment to furthering the reputation of BVIS within the community. Through active participation in select community events, projects and initiatives, the Branch Manager becomes established as a leader within the local community.
The successful candidate should have two years post-secondary education plus 5 years’ of experience in insurance. The successful candidate requires advanced knowledge of insurance products, services and regulatory requirements. An individual is required to have a valid Level II Insurance License and must complete the annual requirement for continuing education hours to maintain licensing. An individual with a combination of education and/or experience will also be considered.
Bulkley Valley Insurance Services encourages all qualified persons to apply. However, only those who are being considered for an interview will be contacted.
Bulkley Valley Insurance Services - Burns Lake, Highway 16, Burns Lake, British Columbia, Canada

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