Job Description / Duties

The opportunity:

The Insurance Advisor is an integral part of a team and will be the first point of contact for clients.

In this role you will:

Engage with clients to determine their needs and provide expert advice to ensure the best coverage for them
Promote retention of existing clients by providing quality customer service
Rate new and renewal business utilizing basic knowledge of underwriting principles
Review and analyze personal sales volumes for improvement opportunities
Maintain and manage a book of business and strong customer relationships through proactive contact via phone, letter, and email
Develop new business opportunities by securing expiry dates and cross selling
Manage and process renewals on a timely basis and maintain high levels of client retention
Support clients in the claims process

Qualifications / Required Skills

Here’s what you bring:

Insurance Broker Level 1 License required
Previous personal lines, auto and home insurance experience required
Demonstrated experience in a sales or customer service environment
A natural ability at building authentic customer relationships and functioning as part of a team
High level of motivation, excellent time management skills, and the ability to multi-task
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and to exercise discretion
Strong work ethic without sacrificing your ability to have fun on the job

Additional Information

What we offer:


Competitive Base salary
Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
Diverse mix of staff and demonstrated work/life balance
Career growth opportunities and continuing education programs

Westland Insurance Group is one of the largest and fastest-growing independent property and casualty insurance brokers in Canada. With a national network of 195 locations and over 2,100 employees, the company continues to expand coast to coast. Westland's brokers provide expert advice to home, business, farm, life, and auto insurance clients. Since its founding in 1980, Westland has remained a family-owned company that is committed to supporting its local communities.

Westland Insurance Ltd. is an inclusive organization that values diversity in its workforce. We listen, champion equality and diversity, and create safe welcoming spaces where everyone has a voice and is free to be themselves. Westland Insurance Ltd. encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

Contact Information

Apply online at https://can62e2.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/westlandcorp/Posting/View/5199

Employer Profile

Westland Insurance Group has an exciting opportunity for an Insurance Advisor at our 1439 Henderson Highway Winnipeg, MB office. Do you love to talk about insurance and provide exceptional client service? We are looking for a career minded individual who is focused on growing their insurance industry knowledge and experience.