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Manulife

District VP, Sales – External Wholesaler

Manulife

. Develop and execute a regional business plan tied to sales, advisor development, and market opportunity .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing regional business plans, achieving sales objectives, and building strong relationships with financial advisors. Proficient in investment solutions, including segregated funds and annuities, with a strong understanding of the Canadian financial-services industry.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Investment Sales ExperienceKnowledge Of Segregated FundsStrong Presentation SkillsRelationship-Building CapabilitiesData-Driven Decision-Making

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Hard Skills
Sales Pipeline ManagementBusiness PlanningMarket Opportunity AnalysisProspectingAdvisor DevelopmentWealth Transfer SolutionsEstate PlanningRetirement SolutionsInvestment Solutions KnowledgeInsurance Concepts Explanation
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsOrganization SkillsPrioritization Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
IFICCSC
Industry Keywords
Canadian Financial-Services IndustryCapital MarketsFinancial AdvisorsGuaranteed Interest AccountsMutual FundsETFsAnnuitiesInvestment LandscapeGWS SolutionsAdvisor Presentations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Develop and execute a regional business plan tied to sales, advisor development, and market opportunity
  • Own the territory, pipeline, and business results
  • Achieve product and regional sales objectives across Manulife GWS solutions
  • Prospect and build new relationships with financial advisors
  • Identify client and practice opportunities involving guarantees, estate planning, wealth transfer, and retirement solutions
  • Provide advisors with ideas, insights, and strategies to grow their businesses and serve clients
  • Convert opportunities into sustained advisor relationships
  • Develop knowledge of Manulife segregated funds, Guaranteed Interest Accounts, annuities, and the broader investment and competitive landscape
  • Deliver advisor presentations and practice-development conversations
  • Partner with the internal wholesaler and Business Development Associate
  • Collaborate with field partners across Manulife Investments, Manulife Insurance, Manulife Bank, and key account relationships
  • Share ideas, successes, and lessons with peers and contribute to improving GWS sales practices

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 5+ years of investment sales or relevant financial-services experience
  • Strong knowledge of the Canadian financial-services industry and capital markets
  • Experience working with insurance-licensed financial advisors and investment solutions
  • Knowledge of segregated funds, Guaranteed Interest Accounts, and annuities
  • Knowledge of mutual funds, ETFs, and other investment solutions is an asset
  • Strong presentation, communication, and relationship-building capabilities
  • Demonstrated ability to prospect, develop a territory, and move opportunities through a sales pipeline
  • Strong business planning, organization, and prioritization skills
  • University degree or equivalent business experience
  • IFIC or CSC completion is preferred
  • Ability to build advisor relationships and develop new business
  • Ability to explain complex investment and insurance concepts clearly
  • Data-driven decision-making and pipeline management skills

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Incentive programs and incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance
  • Health, dental, mental health, and vision benefits
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life and AD&D insurance coverage
  • Adoption/surrogacy benefits
  • Wellness benefits
  • Employee/family assistance plans
  • Retirement savings plans, including pension
  • Global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions
  • Financial education and counseling resources
  • Paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days in Canada
  • Statutory leaves of absence
  • Flexible working environment
  • Learning and career growth support
  • Well-being and inclusion support