[Remote] Bilingual Distribution Practices Consultant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Empire Life is looking to hire a Bilingual Distribution Practices Consultant to join their Retail Distribution team. The role involves supporting distribution teams by developing services that promote best practices, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage risks associated with distribution channels.ResponsibilitiesProvides knowledgeable and practical advice to business unit partners concerning distribution matters relating to distribution due diligence, best practices, contracting and monitoring, in respect of prospective, current and former distribution partners to support the Company’s distribution relationships and improve the quality of distribution partner businessCollaborating with the Distribution Practices team, participate in the implementation of practical solutions designed to support the Company's compliance with all distribution-related regulatory requirements and industry and corporate standards to help manage the Company's legal, regulatory, and reputational riskProvide cost effective distribution risk management support to business units through the development and implementation of compliance and risk management standards and measures designed to enable proactive distribution risk management activitiesDeliver engaging and informative presentations to distributors through webinars and in-person presentationsMonitor Distribution Partner contract obligations, market conduct, standard criteria, use of company logo, block reviews, report creation and make recommendations for remedial actionProvide knowledgeable and practical advice to business unit partners on Distribution Partner compliance requirementsDistribute Compliance Review Surveys (CRS) and Annual Compliance Certifications to Distribution Partners; review and analyze results to determine course of actionConduct desk and on-site reviews and develop a detailed report on findings and recommendations; forward recommendations to the Distribution Partner and follow up on action plans; collaborate with Distribution Partners regarding the recommendations; provide resource information and assistance for implementation into their practicesCommunicate with sales teams and Distribution Partners on existing, changed or new industry or regulatory requirements that affect their practicesProvide new and updated education tools for use by our Distribution Partners, including company compliance website, Distribution Partner Reference Guide, FAQsSkillsBilingual in both English and French5+ years work experience in the insurance/financial services industry with hands-on experience in distribution, training or complianceCompletion of a university degree with courses in business administration or other applicable disciplineKnowledge of sales practices and relevant insurance regulationKnowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, email, internet, and presentation softwareWell-developed investigative, analytical and decision-making skillsVery well developed written and verbal communication and presentation skillsTact, diplomacy and the ability to handle confidential informationAbility to prioritize and balance multiple tasks or projectsIf you are applying for a position which is open to applicants across Canada, unless otherwise indicated in the position, language proficiency in English is required for communicating with customers, advisors, or employees across CanadaFLMI or AIRC an assetBenefitsHybrid work modelCompetitive salaries with annual pay increasesAnnual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions, for non sales positionsAccess to learning & development programs, and education/tuition reimbursement (role dependent), to support your professional growth and career advancement.Competitive uncapped commission, for sales positionsA comprehensive employer-funded benefits package starting from day one of employment, that includes life insurance, health and dental and a generous health accountFlexible work arrangements and an annual allotment of personal health days.Four weeks annual vacation from hire dateA defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matchingTop up programs for parental leave and compassionate leaveEmployer-sponsored wellness and recognition programsA cash employee referral programCompany OverviewL’Empire, Compagnie d’Assurance-Vie (Empire Vie) est une société fièrement canadienne en activité depuis 1923. It was founded in 1923, and is headquartered in Kingston, Ontario, CA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.empire.ca/fr.