Business Development Associate - Winnipeg, Canada - Johnston Group

Johnston Group

Verified Company

Winnipeg, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Johnston Group provides employee benefit solutions to over 30,000 companies, ranging from one employee to thousands across various product lines, including Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan, Canada's #1 employee benefits plan for small businesses. JG is a platinum member of _Canada's Best Managed Companies_ and was named one of _Manitoba's Top Employers_. We support a positive work atmosphere where we value the diversity in the people we serve and are looking for talent who will contribute to our diverse and inclusive workplace; where individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected. JG believes in giving back and contributes significantly to local health, arts, sports, and other community organizations.

We are looking for a highly motivated person to work strategically with the Business Development Director for Ontario to promote Johnston Group employee benefit products, identify new partners, and increase our market share.

This is a home-based position located in the Waterloo, Windsor, Guelph, London, Ontario region. This crucial role requires frequent travel throughout southeastern Ontario to service existing partners and develop new opportunities.

Qualifications:

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Must be licensed in Life, Accident & Sickness, or become licensed within four months of hire:

Must have a valid driver's license
Completion of a postsecondary degree or diploma in Business
Exceptional interpersonal and relationshipbuilding skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Selfmotivated and energetic with strong negotiation skills and "big picture" thinking
Strong team player with the ability to work independently
Effective timemanagement and strong multitasking skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong problem solving, organizational and analytical skills, as well as financial and business skills
Experience working with and knowledge of group insurance benefit products/industry is preferred