Sales Effectiveness Specialist

As a member of the Guaranteed Wealth Solutions Sales team, you will support the planning, execution and tracking of national business development initiatives. The position calls for an exceptional work ethic, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work under tight deadlines. Experience in the sales process, segregated fund and asset management space is an asset. The key accountability of this role is to support field readiness of key initiatives and campaigns, while providing strategic recommendations for improvements. This individual will act as a key liaison for sales with various partners across the business. The Sales Effectiveness Specialist is required to demonstrate a high degree of proficiency in communication, organization, attention to detail and collaboration. The position requires occasional travel for training, meetings, and execution of national events.

Position Responsibilities:

• This role will drive sales and provide reporting to hold the sales team accountable for their sales activities

• They will create valuable sales campaigns that serve our advisors

• They will be part of a hard-working and inclusive sales team

Required Qualifications:

• Bilingualism required (English/French or English/Mandarin)
• Post-secondary education is required
• Strong interpersonal, communication and relationship management skills
• Strong PC skills with experience using Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel; ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Flexible and adaptable when dealing with change, including changing priorities and tight deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical skills; ability to investigate problems without supervision
• Fast learner and self-starter, who takes initiative and thrives in a fast-paced work environment
• Demonstrate tact and professionalism and maintain confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the segregated fund, GIA, annuity and financial planning industry is an asset

• Solid knowledge of the Salesforce platform
• Canadian Securities Course (CSC) or IFIC course is considered an asset

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see. This job description does not represent a comprehensive listing of job duties that are required of the employee performing this role. We reserve the right to change duties or assign additional duties at any time with or without notice.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com.

Salary range is expected to be between

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact recruitment@manulife.com for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact recruitment@manulife.com for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.