Location: Greater Toronto Area, ON, Remote home office with field-based client travel
Language: Strong English communication skills required, both written and spoken
Background Check Requirement: Criminal background check, Credit Check, and valid Ontario driver’s license required

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About the Opportunity

Our client, a respected organization in the commercial insurance sector, is seeking a Field Sales Specialist to join their growing team in the Greater Toronto Area. This is a relationship-driven, field-based role focused on building new commercial insurance business and developing long-term partnerships with business owners across the region.

In this role, you will spend the majority of your time meeting with local businesses, learning about their operations, and recommending insurance solutions that support their success. You will join a supportive sales environment that values initiative, relationship building, and long-term client partnerships while providing the tools and mentorship needed to grow a profitable book of business.

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What’s In It for You

This opportunity offers a highly entrepreneurial environment where you can build your own book of business while benefiting from strong mentorship and professional development. The organization provides extensive training, education support for insurance designations, and a culture that celebrates initiative and performance.

You will receive a base salary between $50,000 and $60,000, with guaranteed commission during your first six months and strong long-term earning potential. Comprehensive health benefits begin on day one, along with pension programs, employee share purchase plans, staff insurance discounts, and ongoing learning opportunities that support career growth in the insurance industry.

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Your Responsibilities

• You’ll prospect and develop new commercial insurance opportunities through networking, cold outreach, community engagement, and relationship building.

• You’ll meet with business owners to understand their operations and recommend tailored insurance solutions.

• You’ll build and grow your own commercial client portfolio while maintaining strong long-term relationships.

• You’ll manage your sales pipeline and client activity using CRM tools.

• You’ll conduct regular in-person client meetings and maintain a consistent field presence across your assigned territory.

• You’ll participate in sales training, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.

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Skills and Qualifications

• 2+ years of client-facing sales experience, ideally within insurance, financial services, or business-to-business sales.

• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to develop trust with business owners and decision makers.

• Self-motivated and entrepreneurial with a strong drive to achieve sales goals.

• Excellent communication and listening skills with the ability to identify client needs and present solutions.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly within the GTA.

• OTL or RIBO insurance license preferred, with support available to obtain licensing if required.

• Post-secondary education considered an asset.

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Note from the Hiring Manager

“We’re looking for someone who is motivated, relationship driven, and excited to build their own book of business. If you enjoy meeting people, learning about businesses, and creating opportunities through hard work and persistence, this role offers significant growth potential.”

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Why Partner with Altis

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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.