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Job Title


Senior Business Development Representative


Company : Wawanesa Insurance


Location : Montreal, Montreal (administrative regio


Created : 2025-10-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Working Business Language : Bilingual in French and English. This role is considered a head office role and requires regular interaction with internal and external stakeholders across Canada where the business languages utilized are both English and French. The salary offered for this role is determined with consideration to various factors, including but not limited to: your work location, local labour market conditions, external market salary data, internal pay equity and the knowledge, skills, experience and anticipated proficiency in the role. The salary offered is estimated to be within the following range: $85,000+. About Us At Wawanesa, were proud to offer a hybrid work environment that offers flexibility to our employees in balancing in-office (2 days per week OR 15 hours per week in a Wawanesa office) and remote work. You may work from any of the following locations: Montreal, QC or Quebec, QC. The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company (Wawanesa Mutual), founded in 1896, is one of Canadas largest mutual insurers, with over $3.5 billion in annual revenue and assets of $10 billion (CAD). Job Overview Under minimal supervision the Sr. Business Development Representative will: manage brokerage relationships between Wawanesa and brokerage network, develop and achieve targeted business goals with contracted brokers, and develop opportunities to grow the business with new brokerages and territories within the region, all which reflect Wawanesas strategies. Job Responsibilities Act as the central liaison between Wawanesa and our brokers to ensure flow of communication and assist in solving any company/brokerage concerns. Manage the brokerage relationship which includes; establishing and managing production results, setting and achieving growth and marketing plans based on individual brokerage plans and regional goals, and assessing a brokerages benefit or risk to regional goals. Work effectively with functional departments and management teams to achieve plans and goals. Maintain a strong understanding and knowledge of marketplace, products, brokerages, and competitors. Assess non-contracted brokerage opportunities and territories to achieve growth and production plans. Liaison and coordinate efforts with all Marketing and Business Development departments as required. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Post-secondary education in; Business, Marketing, Communications, or relatable field 5 years of relevant insurance experience Bilingualism in French and English written and spoken. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to express ideas clearly and ensure understanding. Proficient Microsoft Office Strong planning and organizing skills involving goal setting and results measurement. Strong presentation and training skills with the ability to effectively facilitate sessions and deliver powerful presentations. Strong team player who facilitates high morale by encouraging others to be excited, motivated, and enthusiastic. Insurance Designation considered an asset Diversity Equity, Inclusion & Belonging At Wawanesa, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our people. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including racialized persons, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender-diverse and neurodiverse individuals, and anyone who can contribute to the further diversification of thought and ideas. We aim to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out in confidence to . #J-18808-Ljbffr