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Sun Life

Global financial services for insurance, investments

Financial Planning Services Consultant

Wealth Management & Financial AdvisoryUpdated on Nov 10
Full-time

About the Job

Requirements

  • The Financial Planner designation from the Institut de planification financière is required.
  • At least 7 years of experience in financial planning or a similar field.
  • An in-depth understanding of financial planning principles and practices.
  • Proficiency with financial planning tools, including Conquest software.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated facilitation and presentation ability.
  • Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships.
  • Ability to work autonomously and independently.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to explain complex financial concepts in simple terms.
  • Time-management and organizational skills to manage multiple clients.
  • Familiarity with digital tools for virtual meetings and remote collaboration, such as Microsoft Teams.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team with other financial professionals.
  • Fluency in French and English, spoken and written, is required due to frequent interactions with anglophone and francophone internal colleagues or partners across Canada or globally.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct practical, one-on-one virtual sessions focused on applying financial planning concepts.
  • Organize regional training sessions and seminars for Sun Life advisors, emphasizing regular content updates, industry changes, and best practices.
  • Identify and participate in implementing initiatives, programs, and processes to improve advisors’ financial planning capabilities.
  • Collaborate with marketing teams to develop client materials that help advisors explain complex financial concepts.
  • Contribute to developing financial strategies addressing risk management, retirement planning, tax planning, and estate planning.

About the Company

Sun Life

Global financial services for insurance, investments

Sun Life provides a wide range of financial services worldwide, mainly through life and health insurance, financial planning, and investment solutions for individuals, businesses, and institutions. Its products work by collecting premiums for insurance coverage, fees for planning services, and returns on investments; these funds are used to pay claims, support financial planning advice, and generate investment gains. What sets Sun Life apart is its global presence across Canada, the United States, Asia, and Europe, plus a comprehensive product lineup and a focus on helping clients achieve financial security and healthier lives, rather than relying on a single product. The company aims to grow and manage wealth for clients while pursuing sustainability goals, including net zero emissions by 2050.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
United States
Founded
1865

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