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Advisor Trainee- Advisor Development Program -Future Opportunities

@ Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada

Victoria, BC · Vancouver, BC

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Overview

Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada is hiring Advisor Trainees for a temporary contract of up to four months, working out of a local Sun Life District office. The role combines hands-on financial advice work, dual licensing in insurance and mutual funds, and business development, with a possible transition to an Advisor role. An annual salary of 60,000 is stated, and the LLQP licence is required.

Responsibilities:

  • Work out of a local Sun Life District office
  • Handle inbound and outbound calls with clients
  • Gain knowledge of Sun Life products and processes
  • Complete business development activities
  • Prepare for graduation and advisor launch

Requirements summary:

  • LLQP licence or completion of all course and exam requirements (required)
  • Strong knowledge and passion for retail insurance and investment products
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
  • Enjoys building and maintaining client relationships
  • Mutual fund licence or course completion (nice to have)

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Benefits mentioned

Life insurance
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-22
First seen by our source
2026-10-23
Source record updated
2026-11-03

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentBusiness development
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice, Client sites
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsLLQP
Perks mentionedPerformance bonus

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Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada

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Full company description

Sun Life is a leading financial services organization dedicated to helping people achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. We provide a wide range of insurance and investment products and services in key markets around the world including Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, the Philippines and Indonesia. At Sun Life, we have more than 34,000 employees and 112,900 advisors worldwide. Websites: Canada www.sunlife.ca/en/ US www.sunlife.com/us/en/ Vietnam www.sunlife.com.vn Hong Kong www.sunlife.com.hk Indonesia www.sunlife.co.id Malaysia www.sunlife.com.my Philippines www.sunlife.com.ph

LinkedIn followers
513,664
People associated on LinkedIn
38,498
Reported office locations
  • 18 Hung Luen Road, Hong Kong, HK
  • 2323 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108, US
  • 1 Sun Life Park, Wellesley Hills, MA 02481, US
  • 5455 Avenue de Gaspe, Montreal, QC H2T 3B3, CA
  • 5 Công trường Mê Linh, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City 71006, VN
  • One Raffles Quay, Singapore, SG
  • 5th Avenue cor. Rizal Drive, Metro Manila, PH
  • Kuala Lumpur, MY
  • Jakarta, ID
Business categories
  • Finance
  • Service Industry
  • Health Care
  • Life Insurance
  • Asset Management
  • Insurance
  • FinTech
  • Financial Services
  • Commercial Insurance
Other recorded names
  • Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada
  • Sun Life du Canada
  • Sun Life
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
No
Reported total investment
1,048,785,173

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

Sun Life is a leading financial services organization dedicated to helping people achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. We provide a wide range of insurance and investment products and services in key markets around the world including Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, the Philippines and Indonesia. At Sun Life, we have more than 34,000 employees and 112,900 advisors…

FieldValue
IndustryFinancial Services
Company size10,001+ employees
Organization typePublic Company
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Job description

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do.


At Sun Life, we're driven by our Purpose: helping our Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. Our values shape how we work: caring, authentic, bold, inspiring, and impactful.


When you join Sun Life, you'll work with passionate colleagues and empowering leaders who support your growth and celebrate your contributions, so you can make a meaningful difference in our Clients' lives.


Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.


Job Description:

Advisors love to build long-term relationships with people and help them plan financially for the various stages of life. Our Advisor Development Program is designed to prepare you for a successful launch to an advisory career at Sun Life.

The Advisor Trainee position is a temporary contract of up to four-months, designed as a unique opportunity to explore a rewarding career in financial advice. In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience, receive personalized coaching and access cutting-edge digital tools – while embarking on an exciting learning journey with meaningful opportunities for growth and development. This experience will help you build your confidence and business acumen, establishing a solid foundation for your future success as an advisor.

Are you someone who:

  • loves talking to people and comfortable providing advice?
  • is disciplined and motivated?
  • values your independence?
  • loves learning and developing new skills?

If so, this could be the perfect opportunity to begin your journey with Sun Life!

What’s in it for you?

· “Earn while you learn” with a competitive salary and incentives including licensing fee support.

  • Hands-on experience that builds confidence and business expertise
  • A supportive environment with dedicatedsales managers and local Sun Life district leadership team focused on your professional development and long-term success
  • Access to innovative digital tools to help you stay connected, stay informed and stay ahead – for your Clients.
  • A culture that celebrates excellence and inclusivity.
  • A purpose-driven career helping people in your community become more financially secure.
  • The potential to transition into an Advisor role or join an existing advisory team upon successful completion of the program

What will you do?

  • Work out of a local Sun Life District office
  • Gain knowledge of Sun Life products, tools, processes and practical skills working directly with Sun Life Clients
  • Obtain dual licensing in insurance and mutual fund
  • Gain experience handling inbound and outbound calls providing holistic life, health, and wealth solutions to new and existing Sun Life Clients
  • Complete business development activities and start to identify your personal market opportunities
  • Execute key activities in preparation for graduation from the program and launch of your advisor career
  • Your time will be split between working within Prospr advisor team (reporting to an ADP Sales Manager) and gaining exposure to the role of a standalone advisor (working with the local Sun Life District leadership team)

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has a history of achievements (professional, academic, athletics, etc.)
  • Has strong knowledge and passion of retail insurance and investment products
  • Is self-motivated with a strong work ethic
  • Enjoys engaging, developing and maintaining relationships with people
  • Has excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Has the ability to motivate others to action
  • Has LLQP license or has completed all course/exam requirements (required)

Nice to have:

· Mutual Fund License or course/exam completion

· Demonstrated ability to motivate others to action

· Business development skills

** The annual salary for this role is 60,000



When a new position becomes available which matches your background and experience, the base pay range will be disclosed and correspond to the opportunity Sun Life will consider you for.


In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results.


Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.


Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to [email protected].


We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you.


We may use artificial intelligence to support candidate sourcing, screening, interview scheduling.


We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


Job Category:

Sales - Client Relationship Management

Posting End Date:

09/09/2027

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