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Overview We''re searching for aDirector, National Insurance Marketing & Placement . Westland Insurance Group Ltd. is growing, and we''re looking for a strategic commercial insurance leader to elevate our national placement strategy asDirector, National Insurance Marketing & Placement . This leadership role is responsible for guiding Westland''s commercial marketing and placement strategy across Canada, strengthening insurer relationships, and ensuring consistent best practices for complex commercial submissions and negotiations.Working closely with Account Executives, regional leadership teams, and insurer partners, you will support complex and high-value placements, provide strategic direction on market engagement, and ensure Westland continues to deliver competitive, client-focused insurance solutions.This is a rare opportunity for a highly skilled Insurance Professional based in either ourBC Head Office, or Toronto .Expected Compensation The expected hiring range for this role is$112,000 to $140,000based on a 35-hour work week. Actual offered salary will depend on the successful candidate''s qualifications and experience, as well as market conditions for the role, and internal equity.Why You''ll Love WestlandAn open, flexible and welcoming workplacePlenty of opportunities to grow and learnAutonomy to drive your own successBe part of our inclusive culture alongside an extraordinarily talented community with diverse backgroundsA total rewards program that supports your financial, physical, and mental wellbeingFlexible paid Values Days to celebrate days important to youPaid Volunteer Days as part of Amplifying CommunitiesWhy We''ll Love You7+ years of experience in commercial insurance marketing and placement, including complex accountsDemonstrated experience negotiating with insurers and securing competitive coverage solutionsStrong understanding of commercial insurance products, underwriting practices, and market dynamicsProven ability to build and maintain strong insurer relationshipsExperience supporting or leading national or multi-regional placement strategiesInsurance Broker Level 2 License requiredCIP or CRM designation preferred, or working towardExcellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skillsAbility to translate complex coverage and market considerations into clear guidance for internal stakeholdersHigh attention to detail and strong commitment to compliance and governanceOnce Here, You''llLead and execute Westland''s national commercial marketing and placement strategyEstablish best practices for submission quality, insurer engagement, and placement execution across regionsProvide strategic guidance on market approach, insurer selection, and negotiation tactics for complex placementsDevelop and maintain strong national relationships with insurance carriers and strategic market partnersSupport Account Executives in marketing complex, large, or hard-to-place commercial risksProvide feedback and guidance to improve submission quality and alignment with insurer expectationsAssist with negotiating coverage terms, pricing, and limits to deliver optimal client solutionsMonitor market conditions, capacity shifts, pricing trends, and emerging risks and share insights across the organizationPartner with program leadership to support program business placement and specialized insurance solutionsEnsure placement activities comply with regulatory requirements, insurer guidelines, and internal policiesCollaborate with Account Executives, regional leadership, and senior management to ensure seamless placement executionAct as a subject matter expert for marketing and placement strategies across the organizationMentor team members and share insights on insurer relationships and negotiation strategiesWant to get to know each other better? Send your resume our way.You belong hereWe strive to be much more than a great place to work. Here, you join a collective of incredibly vibrant, purpose driven, and open-minded people. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. You will be supported and respected for who you are and for the voice you add to the conversation.At Westland, you will feel the power of community. Westland Insurance Ltd. is an inclusive organization that values diversity in its workforce. We listen, champion equity 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.If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email #J-18808-Ljbffr