Brokerage Branch Manager

Do you have a proven track record as a high-energy, motivational leader? Of do you feel ready to take that next step into a leadership role? If so, this brokerage may hold the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Our client is a brokerage that is truly dedicated to its clients and maintaining high levels of customer service.  They are seeking to hire an experienced Insurance Branch Manager to join and lead a team of 3 staff in Yellowknife. The successful individual will have proven leadership capabilities and a sound technical insurance background in either Personal or Commercial Lines.

Relocation assistance would be provided if needed.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and execute sales and service processes within the branch.
• Ensure branch is operating efficiently and effectively.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the branch.
• Coach, mentor, and support all staff members while ensuring they are fully engaged.
• Motivating employees to reach the organization’s goals as a team.
• Act as the face of the organization in the community by getting involved with local networking associations
• Managing and reviewing work flow processes to ensure a high level of efficiency
• Work closely with both the commercial and personal lines departments and monitoring performance statistics
• Participate in human resources functions such as interviewing, hiring, and performing annual reviews

Qualifications

• Preference will be given to candidates with CIP, FCIP, or other post-secondary education
• Strong commercial lines or personal lines experience
• Extremely strong communication skills with the ability to motivate others.
• Strong knowledge of the insurance industry as a whole, and a passion for keeping up to date on trends and changes.
• The ability to get a Level 3 License or currently hold it
• Ability to lead by example in a fast paced environment.
• An entrepreneurial spirit and a strong desire to grow
• A community-minded mentality and the ability to get involved in local events and groups

If you feel you are a good fit for this position, please send your resume to barb@perkinsprosearch.com