Regional VP, Business Development - GTA

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The Regional VP, Business Development drives sales results to enhance the promotion of BMO Life Assurance product and services to managing general agencies (MGAs) and brokers and shares feedback on the product, processes, etc. to internal stakeholders to ensure continual enhancement of the insurance offer.

• Fosters a culture aligned to BMO purpose, values and strategy and role models BMO values and behaviours in all that they do.
• Ensures alignment between values and behaviour that fosters diversity and inclusion.
• Regularly connects work to BMO’s purpose, sets inspirational goals, defines clear expected outcomes, and ensures clear accountability for follow through.
• Builds interdependent teams that collaborate across functional and operating groups to create the highest value for all stakeholders.
• Attracts, retains, and enables the career development of top talent.
• Improves team performance, recognizes and rewards performance, coaches employees, supports their development, and manages poor performance.
• Develops and executes the business development strategy, sales targets and the sales results for the assigned region.
• Builds sales and industry presentations and attends MGA conferences as speaker to represent BMO Life Assurance and build reputation in the market.
• Plays a leadership role in the industry to promote BMO Life Assurance.
• Provides input to the national sales strategy based on the potential in the assigned region.
• Analyzes the distribution network of managing general agencies (MGAs) and brokers to set contact and relationship priorities.
• Recruits new regional MGAs and brokers.
• Drives business development efforts and marketing plans of the sales team.
• Contacts MGAs and brokers within assigned region to promote product and services, and increase overall business results.
• Provides strategic input into business decisions as a trusted advisor.
• Makes recommendations to senior leaders on strategy and new initiatives, based on an in-depth understanding of the business/group.
• Acts as a subject matter expert on relevant regulations and policies.
• Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives.
• Assists in the development of strategic plans.
• Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.
• Discusses sophisticated insurance concepts based on customer scenarios with MGAs and brokers to demonstrate the benefit of BMO Life Assurance products.
• Shares sophisticated insurance concept solutions to leverage success across the regional team.
• Develops the business case by identifying needs, analysing potential options and assessing expected return on investment.
• Recommends business priorities, advises on resource requirements and develops roadmap for strategic execution.
• Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues.
• Acts as the prime subject matter expert for internal/external stakeholders.
• Monitors sales results for MGAs to identify any issues and mitigate as effectively as possible.
• Designs and produces regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards.
• Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
• Reviews sales client messaging to safeguard the organization and customer assets via established compliance and regulatory parameters.
• Provides input into the planning and implementation of operational programs.
• Provides insurance quotations.
• Provides technical support on products, illustration software and other tools.
• Oversees the design, development, and implementation of tools and training required to deliver business results.
• Leads/participates in the design, implementation, and management of core business/group processes.
• Identifies business needs, designs/develops tools and training programs; may include delivery of training to audiences.
• Supports the achievement of the business plan within the designated region.
• Supports the delivery of the desired client experience to MGAs and brokers to enhance business opportunities.
• Collaborates effectively with internal stakeholders to build capability and drive business growth.
• Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a specialist resource to senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to problems that can be complex and non-routine.
• Implements changes in response to shifting trends.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• Typically 7+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Life insurance license.
• Certified Financial Planner or other professional designation.
• Expert knowledge of insurance business, agencies and underwriting principles.
• Expert knowledge of financial concepts, including financial planning and financial understanding of insurance products.
• Expert knowledge of more advanced sales concepts in insurance, including corporate applications.
• Expert knowledge of mutual fund industry is an asset.
• Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge.
• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth / Expert.
• Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth / Expert.
• Influence skills - In-depth / Expert.
• Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration - In-depth / Expert.
• Able to manage ambiguity.
• Data driven decision making - In-depth / Expert.

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en.

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

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