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Job Description:
In Group Benefits, we serve more than 5 million Canadians - plan members and their dependents - through our more than 11,000 group benefit plans across the country. Our customers include employees, associations, affinity groups and creditors in virtually every industry in Canada, and we're proud to be their benefits provider.
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy supporting multiple high-touch clients?
We are looking for an experienced Service Specialist to join SunSolutions & National Accounts within Group Benefits, Business Development. In this role, you will be responsible for servicing a block of business as well as participating in the acquisition and installation of new business. This role will report to the Service Manager, Business Development.
What will you do?
Arrange service calls with clients and meet to discuss and proactively promote Sun Life group benefit products & services
Prepare for and deliver plan member education sessions and benefit fairs
Train and update Plan Administrators and Advisors on our E-Services and our Administrative Practices
Participate in finalist presentations
Provide on-going support to Plan Administrators and Plan Advisors by actively finding solutions to issues, and share ideas with team members that could improve service delivery and processes
Understand client wants and needs and take action to meet and exceed them
Work closely with Implementation Team and new clients during the implementation process to successfully install new business
Meet with new clients to gather data critical to installation of new business
Prepare revisions for plan design changes and implement new plan design changes
Manage target dates with clients and Advisors with respect to plan design changes
Actively participate in Training, Monthly Service Representative meetings, Educational training on new product offering and various process update
Actively participates in huddles & team meetings and shares learnings in a constructive manner.
What do you need to succeed?
3+ years relevant work experience in a service-related role
Strong knowledge of Group Benefits
Client empathy and commitment to providing an excellent service and Client experience
Ability to build strong working relationships
Ability to work independently and as part of a high functioning team
Strong analytical and problem solving abilities
Proven ability to meet goals, manage high volumes of work and work collaboratively within the team, and across multiple teams
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficient in technological systems such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
Strong time management and organizational skills
Ability to manage deadlines and to work using influence and negotiation
Strong conflict management skills
Strong Group Benefits business knowledge with an understanding of products, processes and distribution
Valid drivers license as some travel will be required in this role
There may be times when additional work beyond the normal work day is required
Post-secondary education
What’s in it for you?
We’re proud to be a Best Workplace for Hybrid Work by Great Place to Work® Canada
We’re proud to be recognized as a company with a 2023 Most Trusted Executive team by Great Place to Work® Canada
Wellness programs that support the three pillars of your health – mental, physical and financial
Fitness and wellness programs that help you balance work and life and enjoy a healthier lifestyle
Fluid workspaces where you can choose from a variety of workstations, offices and collaboration zones based on your daily needs
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The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results.
Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.
Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.
At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.
We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Salary Range:
56,000/56 000 - 91,000/91 000Job Category:
Sales - Client Relationship ManagementPosting End Date:
25/02/2024
