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People Corporation

People Corporation

Group benefits, retirement, HR solutions provider

Associate Advisor

Full-Time
CA$60k - CA$70k/yr

+ Annual bonus + Commission

Senior
Bachelor's
Burnaby, BC, Canada
Hybrid

Hybrid role with frequent travel within the region for in-person client meetings.

About the job

Requirements
  • Valid or in-progress Life License Qualification Program certification.
  • Post-secondary education in business, sales, or marketing.
  • In-depth knowledge of the individual insurance products available in the region.
  • Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
  • Proven experience in lead generation, sales processes, and securing new business in a business-to-consumer environment.
  • Established client base or network of potential prospects.
Responsibilities
  • Advise and sell products such as life insurance, critical illness insurance, disability insurance, health and dental plans, segregated funds, and annuities.
  • Sell mutual funds when holding a valid license.
  • Build and maintain long-term client relationships while providing professional service.
  • Help clients achieve their financial and insurance goals to support the company’s growth.
  • Maintain full compliance with licensing requirements to sell the company’s products and services.
  • Travel frequently within the region for in-person client meetings.
Desired Qualifications
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in the insurance industry, particularly in business development.
  • Demonstrated success in meeting sales targets.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills for effective client interactions.
  • Deep understanding of individual insurance, investments, and related products.
  • Strong sales and marketing skills with the ability to promote the organization’s strengths.
  • Proven ability to work effectively with internal teams, including accounts, marketing, underwriting, and pricing.

About the company

People Corporation delivers group benefits, group retirement, and HR solutions to Canadian organizations. It designs, funds, and administers group benefits; manages group retirement and investment programs; and offers HRIS software, engagement and compensation consulting, executive search, recruitment support, health and wellness services, and disability management. The company uses a mix of in-house consultants and independent advisors to tailor and implement solutions through a nationwide network of offices. Its goal is to provide comprehensive, tailored people solutions for Canadian organizations and to grow its national footprint through acquisitions and strong client service.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$1.1B

Headquarters

Winnipeg, Canada

Founded

2006

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acquisitions still add clients, products, and broker relationships across Canada.
  • Goldman Sachs ownership supplies capital for more rollups and platform upgrades.
  • National demand for outsourced benefits administration supports recurring service revenue.

What critics are saying

  • Integration of many acquired firms can dilute service quality and margins.
  • A Goldman Sachs exit through sale or IPO can disrupt strategy and leadership.
  • Rising competition from Mercer, Aon, and HUB International pressures pricing and retention.

What makes People Corporation unique

  • Goldman Sachs bought People Corporation in 2020, backing aggressive acquisition-led expansion.
  • It serves Canadian employers through benefits, retirement, and HR solutions nationwide.
  • Its advisor network and 60-plus offices create dense local distribution.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Flexible Work Hours

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

22%

1 year growth

22%

2 year growth

22%
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