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Do you enjoy building strong business relationships and have experience in the life insurance, investment, or broader financial services industry?\nAs a Sales Associate supporting the Asian market, you will play a key role in promoting iA’s investment products, including segregated funds, high-interest savings accounts (HISAs), and guaranteed investment certificates (GICs), as well as our services to independent financial advisors through the Managing General Agency (MGA) network.\nWorking closely with your territory Sales Director, you will develop and nurture relationships with advisors, Business Development Managers, and administrative teams within MGA offices. Your knowledge of the industry, understanding of client needs, and ability to communicate effectively will contribute directly to business development and sales growth.\nThis position is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.\nWhat you’ll accomplish with us\nAs a Sales Associate, you’ll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:\nWork closely with the territory Sales Director to develop and execute a business plan designed to achieve sales objectives.\nPromote iA’s investment products and services to independent financial advisors within the MGA network.\nBuild and maintain strong business relationships with advisors, Business Development Managers, and administrative teams in MGA offices.\nDevelop a strong understanding of advisors’ business models, needs, client segments, and growth opportunities.\nDeliver training to MGA advisors on iA products and sales concepts.\nDevelop portfolio recommendations that reflect advisors’ and clients’ needs.\nPrepare, coordinate, and execute sales campaigns supporting iA products and business priorities.\nProactively identify and pursue new business opportunities while maintaining regular contact with existing advisors.\nUse Salesforce to manage business relationships, document activities, identify opportunities, support strategic prospecting, and contribute to sales growth.\nMaintain regular contact with assigned advisors through in-person meetings, virtual meetings, telephone calls, and email communications.\nDevelop and share ideas, strategies, and sales concepts that support advisor growth and business development.\nReview sales reports and business data to identify opportunities and prioritize prospecting activities.\nAttend conferences, roadshows, presentations, and other organized events, including occasional evening and weekend activities, as required.\nContribute to the development of iA’s presence and relationships within the Asian market.\nWhat could accelerate your success in this role\nWe’re looking for someone who:\nHas a minimum of five years of experience in the life insurance, investment, or financial services industry.\nHolds a bachelor’s degree, college diploma, or a combination of education and relevant industry experience.\nHas strong knowledge of investment products, financial services distribution, and the independent advisor or MGA environment.\nIs known for their excellent interpersonal skills and ability to establish trusted, long-term business relationships.\nDemonstrates strong presentation, facilitation, training, coaching, and communication skills.\nHas strong organizational and planning skills and can effectively manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.\nDemonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.\nHas experience using Salesforce or a comparable customer relationship management platform.\nHas strong proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint and is comfortable creating and delivering professional presentations.\nIs available to attend occasional conferences, roadshows, presentations, and business events outside regular working hours.\nHas completed the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) or the Life Licence Qualification Program (LLQP), which would be considered an asset.\nHas proficiency in Mandarin, which would be considered a significant asset given the role’s focus on developing and supporting relationships within the Asian market.\nWhy you’ll love working with us\nA work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence.\nAI is in everyone’s hands, empowering you to increase your personal effectiveness while supporting the organization’s growth.\nA healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed.\nThe opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces.\nCompetitive Benefits\nFlexible group insurance plans\nCompetitive retirement savings plan\nEmployee share purchase plan\nVacation program, wellness days, and personal development days\nTelemedicine services\nEmployee and Family Assistance Program\nErgonomic furniture program\nPerformance bonus\nDiscounts on iA products\nAnd much more!\nApply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs!\nAt iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply. Your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!\nThe typical hiring range for this position is between 65 000$ and 80 000$ CAD per year (+ bonus); the base salary offered may vary depending on the knowledge, skills, years of experience, and internal equity related to the role. This position also offers an attractive incentive compensation program and a comprehensive benefits package. At iA, we are committed to offering a fair, equitable, and market-based compensation structure. Our market data is updated annually to reflect current market conditions.\nLocation(s)\nToronto / 26 Wellington Street EastOther Possible Location(s)\nCompany\niA Financial Group\nPosting End Date\n2026-10-30Company Overview\niA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.\nWith over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.\nAt iA, we’re invested in you.\n* iA Financial group includes the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto\nOur Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion\nAt iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. 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