Bilingual Regional Manager, Pensions (English & French)

Bilingual Regional Manager, Pensions (English & French)

Location: Toronto, Ontario
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: $80,000 to $110,000 CAD annually
Additional Compensation: Performance-based bonus eligibility
Work Arrangement: Hybrid with regional travel
Travel: Approximately 50% throughout Ontario

Introduction

Are you a bilingual relationship management professional ready to take your career to the next level?

Our client, an established organization in the pension and retirement benefits sector, is seeking a Bilingual Regional Manager, Pensions (English & French) to join its team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong client relationships, delivering engaging presentations, and making a meaningful difference in people's financial futures.

You'll manage a portfolio of employer relationships, provide guidance on retirement programs, and serve as a trusted advisor to organizations across Ontario.

The best part? You don't need to be a pension expert to succeed.

Our client welcomes experienced relationship management professionals from financial services, insurance, group benefits, retirement programs, and related industries.

With comprehensive training, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional development, this position offers an outstanding opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career.

What You’ll Do

As a Bilingual Regional Manager, you'll become the primary relationship contact for a portfolio of employer organizations.

You'll combine your relationship management expertise, communication skills, and consultative approach to help employers understand and administer retirement programs effectively.

This is a highly visible position offering independence, professional development, and the opportunity to work directly with diverse stakeholders.

You'll also have opportunities to travel throughout Ontario, deliver educational presentations, and contribute to initiatives that enhance the overall client experience.

Responsibilities

Client Relationship Management

• Manage and strengthen relationships with a portfolio of approximately 80 to 120 employer accounts.

• Serve as a trusted advisor, providing proactive guidance and exceptional client service.

• Conduct regular meetings with employer representatives, both virtually and in person.

• Identify client needs, resolve concerns, and build long-lasting professional relationships.

• Maintain strong communication and follow-through across multiple client relationships.

Presentations and Client Education

• Deliver engaging presentations, webinars, and educational sessions in English and French.

• Explain pension and retirement concepts in a clear, approachable manner.

• Help employers understand their responsibilities and available resources.

• Provide educational guidance to employees regarding retirement benefits and programs.

Compliance and Client Support

• Support employers in understanding pension administration requirements.

• Identify potential compliance concerns and collaborate with internal teams to resolve them.

• Respond to client inquiries professionally and efficiently.

• Help employers navigate processes, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Collaboration and Continuous Improvement

• Gather client feedback and identify opportunities to improve service delivery.

• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve challenges and enhance the client experience.

• Contribute ideas that improve processes and strengthen employer relationships.

• Take ownership of your portfolio while supporting broader team objectives.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• Fluent English and French: Strong verbal and written communication skills in both languages are essential. You must be comfortable delivering presentations and answering questions independently in French and English.

• Relationship Management Experience: Approximately 4 or more years of relevant experience managing client accounts, employer relationships, or institutional stakeholders.

• Excellent Presentation Skills: Confidence conducting meetings, webinars, educational sessions, and professional presentations.

• Strong Organizational Abilities: Proven ability to manage multiple relationships, competing priorities, and deadlines.

• Consultative Communication: Excellent listening, questioning, and problem-solving skills.

• Professionalism and Accountability: A proactive approach to delivering exceptional service and following through on commitments.

• Adaptability: Comfortable working independently, managing changing priorities, and responding to client needs.

• Valid Driver's Licence: Required for travel to employer locations throughout Ontario.

• Travel Flexibility: Ability to travel approximately 50% of the time, including occasional overnight stays.

Relevant Industry Experience

Experience in any of the following areas would be considered an asset:

• Pension administration or retirement programs

• Group benefits or group retirement services

• Financial services or insurance

• Institutional relationship management

• Employer services or account management

• Client education, training, or consulting

Pension experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Our client places significant value on exceptional relationship management, communication, presentation, and organizational skills.

Candidates with strong transferable experience are encouraged to apply.

Work Arrangement

This position offers a structured hybrid work arrangement based in Toronto.

When not travelling for business, employees are expected to work from the Toronto office Monday through Thursday, with Friday designated as a work-from-home day.

Travel throughout Ontario is an important component of the role, and occasional overnight stays may be required.

Benefits

Our client offers an attractive total rewards package designed to support your financial security, personal well-being, and professional growth.

Competitive Compensation

• Annual base salary of $80,000 to $110,000 CAD, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Eligibility for a discretionary performance-based incentive plan.

Exceptional Pension and Benefits

• Participation in a defined benefit pension plan.

• Comprehensive employer-paid extended health and dental coverage.

• Health spending account.

• Optional subsidized post-retirement health and dental coverage.

Health and Wellness

• Generous psychological support benefits.

• Fertility and gender-affirmation benefits.

• Parental leave top-up.

• Employee wellness programs and initiatives.

Professional Development

• Comprehensive training and onboarding.

• Opportunities to develop specialized pension and retirement expertise.

• Access to professional development and educational resources.

• Exposure to senior stakeholders and complex client relationships.

• Opportunities to expand your expertise within the financial services and retirement sector.

Work-Life Balance

• Structured hybrid work arrangement.

• Designated work-from-home Fridays when business requirements permit.

• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

• Access to employee wellness and support resources.

Why Work with Us

Build a Career with Long-Term Potential

This is an opportunity to join an established organization that values professional development, continuous learning, and employee growth.

Whether you're an experienced pension professional or a relationship manager looking to expand into a specialized industry, you'll have access to the training and resources needed to succeed.

Make a Meaningful Impact

Your work will help employers and their employees navigate important retirement decisions, contributing to greater financial security and peace of mind.

Develop Valuable Expertise

Gain exposure to pension administration, retirement programs, regulatory requirements, and institutional relationship management while strengthening your professional capabilities.

Enjoy Outstanding Benefits

With a defined benefit pension plan, comprehensive health coverage, wellness programs, and professional development resources, our client offers a highly competitive total rewards package.

Take Ownership of Your Success

You'll have the autonomy to manage meaningful client relationships, solve complex challenges, and contribute directly to improving the employer experience.

Join a Collaborative, Supportive Team

Work alongside knowledgeable professionals who value accountability, adaptability, curiosity, and teamwork.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're a bilingual English and French relationship management professional who enjoys building relationships, delivering presentations, and helping clients succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and discover how this opportunity could take your career to the next level!

Disclosure: "Bilingual Source uses artificial intelligence (AI) technology to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position. This technology helps us match your unique language skills and professional experience with the specific needs of our clients. Final hiring and interview decisions continue to be made by our human recruitment experts."

Vacancy: This is an existing vacancy with immediate availability. Our client is currently seeking a Bilingual Regional Manager, Pensions (English & French).