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Regional Vice President Sales-Western Region
PRIMARY PURPOSE
The Vice President, Reginal Sales is responsible for leading Sedgwick Canada's business development strategy, driving sustainable revenue growth, and expanding market share across all service lines. This executive leadership role is accountable for driving and executing regional sales growth, cultivating strategic relationships with brokers, carriers, corporations, associations, and risk management professionals, while positioning Sedgwick as the Canadian partner of choice!
The successful candidate will report to the SVP, National Sales & lead a high-performing sales culture, work collaboratively with operational leaders across the region, and contribute to the achievement of the organization's strategic growth objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership
Develop and execute Sedgwick Canada's regional sales and growth strategy.
Establish annual sales goals, revenue targets, and key performance indicators aligned with corporate objectives.
Identify market opportunities and emerging trends to drive profitable growth.
Collaborate with operational and service line leaders to develop targeted growth initiatives.
Monitor competitive activity, industry developments, and client needs to ensure Sedgwick maintains a leading market position.
Operate within a structured CRM pipeline management process, maintaining accurate sales forecasts, opportunity progression, and activity reporting.
Ability to work effectively with structure in a remote a/o hybrid work environment
Business Development
Drive new business acquisition and organic growth across all Sedgwick service offerings.
Develop and maintain executive-level relationships with brokers, insurers, employers, risk managers, and strategic partners.
Lead complex regional sales opportunities and strategic pursuits.
Manage and advance a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities.
Represent Sedgwick at industry conferences, broker events, and client engagements.
Develop sales strategies for key market segments
Insurer & Broker Relationship Management
Build, grow and strengthen relationships with regional Broker & Insurance partners across Canada
Support retention and expansion of existing client relationships.
Collaborate with operations and account management teams to ensure exceptional client service delivery.
Financial & Performance Management
Achieve annual revenue and growth targets.
Monitor sales performance metrics and provide regular reporting to executive leadership.
Develop pipeline reporting to support business planning.
Recommend corrective action plans when performance objectives are not being achieved.
Leadership & Talent Development
Foster a high-performance, collaborative sales culture.
Establish accountability measures to ensure attainment of sales goals.
Support succession planning, talent development, and employee engagement initiatives.
Coach and develop future sales leaders within the organization.
Nice to have:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, Insurance, Risk Management, or related discipline preferred.
Relevant industry experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Professional designations such as CIP, CRM, FCIP, or equivalent are considered assets.
Minimum 5+ years of progressive business development, sales leadership, or executive leadership experience with at least 3 years in Insurance Industry with Claims experience preferred
Demonstrated success leading national sales strategies and revenue growth initiatives.
Experience within insurance, claims management, third-party administration (TPA), risk management, consulting, or related industries strongly preferred.
Established network within the Canadian insurer and broker community.
Proven track record of securing large regional accounts and strategic partnerships.
Experience leading and developing high-performing sales growth
Exceptional executive presence and relationship-building skills.
Strong strategic planning and business acumen.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Advanced negotiation and influencing capabilities.
Ability to travel regularly throughout Canada. Travel is maximum 40%
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree required and/or equivalent Industry work experience.
Experience
Minimum of five + (5) years’ sales experience in the insurance industry; Skills & Knowledge
Strong technical ability in all lines of Insurance Strong communication skills
Detail oriented and organized
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to prioritize workload and the flexibility to manage multiple tasks
Strong computer and analytical skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Exceptional executive presence and relationship-building skills.
Strong strategic planning and business acumen.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Advanced negotiation and influencing capabilities.
Ability to travel regularly throughout Canada. Travel is maximum 40%
Compensation
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Sedgwick offers a highly competitive executive compensation package designed to reward performance and support professional growth.
Compensation Starting at $100.00 CAD annually
Compensation Includes:
Competitive base salary
Annual performance-based bonus incentive
Vehicle allowance
Comprehensive health and dental benefits
Life and disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Paid vacation and personal days
Professional development and training opportunities
Flexible remote/hybrid work environment
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Where applicable, Sedgwick uses artificial intelligence tools to assist in the screening, assessment, or selection of candidates. These tools are subject to periodic review.
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