About the role#
The Advisor Development Program is a full-time, paid internship designed to prepare you for a career in financial advice. This role provides hands-on experience, coaching, and access to company tools to build your business acumen. You will work in a local Sun Life District office as part of a temporary contract lasting up to four months.
What you'll do#
- Work from a local Sun Life District office.
- Learn about Sun Life products, internal processes, and practical advisory skills.
- Obtain dual licensing in insurance and mutual funds.
- Handle inbound and outbound calls to provide life, health, and wealth solutions.
- Complete business development activities and identify personal market opportunities.
- Work within the Prospr advisor team while gaining exposure to the role of a standalone advisor.
- Execute key tasks to prepare for graduation from the program.
What you'll need#
- LLQP license or completion of all course and exam requirements (required).
- Bilingualism in French and English, both oral and written (required).
- A history of achievements in professional, academic, or athletic settings.
- Strong knowledge of retail insurance and investment products.
- A self-motivated approach and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to engage, develop, and maintain relationships with people.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Preference for candidates with a Mutual Fund License, business development skills, or a demonstrated ability to motivate others.
- Academic background in Business Administration, Finance, or Economics.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Montreal and Pointe Claire, Quebec.
- The position follows a hybrid work model.
- This is a full-time, paid position.
About Sun Life
Sun Life is a financial services organization founded in 1865. It provides insurance and investment products to clients across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, the Philippines, and Indonesia. The company is based in Toronto and maintains a global workforce of more than 38,000 employees. It operates as a public company.
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