Bilingual Business Development Consultant

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Bilingual Business Development Consultant based in Canada.

Join a dynamic insurance sales team in a fully remote role focused on building trusted relationships with financial advisors and driving business growth. As a Business Development Consultant, you will use consultative selling, strategic outreach, and tailored insurance solutions to identify opportunities and strengthen advisor partnerships. You will engage with prospects, understand their business needs, and communicate the value of relevant products and services. Working in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment, you will leverage sales tools and targeted campaigns to maximize results. This position also offers structured training and professional development, providing a strong foundation for future opportunities in field sales. Candidates must be comfortable communicating in both English and French to support clients across multiple jurisdictions.

Accountabilities

• Proactively contact financial advisors through outbound calls, targeting at least 60 calls per day and meeting established sales and appointment-setting goals.

• Build, maintain, and expand relationships with advisors in the assigned mass-market territory.

• Use consultative, question-based selling techniques to understand advisors’ business practices, identify needs, and recommend appropriate solutions.

• Present the value and benefits of insurance products, services, and advice to support advisors and increase sales.

• Execute targeted sales campaigns, identify high-potential prospects, and develop actionable plans to convert opportunities into business.

• Maintain accurate advisor profiles, record sales activities, and manage relationship information using Salesforce.

• Share qualified leads, market insights, and sales ideas with colleagues to support team performance.

• Contribute to business development objectives while maintaining a professional, customer-focused approach.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in insurance, sales, or a related commercial role.

• Demonstrated success in proactive selling, outbound prospecting, and cold calling.

• A college or university degree in a relevant field, or equivalent professional experience.

• Strong bilingual communication skills in English and French, both spoken and written, to support clients across different jurisdictions.

• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities, with confidence engaging financial professionals.

• A self-motivated, organized, and energetic approach, combined with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet activity targets.

• Strong problem-solving skills, creativity, and an interest in developing innovative sales and marketing approaches.

• Familiarity with Salesforce and Microsoft Office; intermediate Excel skills are an asset.

• A Life Licence Qualification Program (LLQP) designation, or progress toward obtaining it, is considered an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive annual compensation: CAD $73,500–$103,500, including salary and sales incentives. Actual compensation depends on performance, sales results, location, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors.

• Additional incentive compensation based on role-specific sales performance criteria.

• Fully remote work arrangement for eligible candidates in Canada, with advertised locations including Quebec, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick.

• Comprehensive health and dental coverage, along with vision care and mental health support.

• Short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.

• Wellness benefits and employee and family assistance programs.

• Retirement savings options, including pension plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions, subject to eligibility.

• Financial education and counselling resources.

• Paid holidays, vacation, personal and sick days, and statutory leaves of absence.

• Ongoing training and career development, including a dedicated program to support professional growth and progression toward future field sales opportunities.

• A flexible, inclusive work environment that values employee well-being, collaboration, and continuous learning.