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Independent Sales Contractor

@ Fortis Guard Financial Group (Nigel Diljohn)

Toronto, Ontario

Full-time
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Overview

Fortis Guard Financial Group is hiring a full-time independent sales contractor in Toronto, ON, to prospect and build a personal book of Living Benefit insurance business. The role is hybrid, combining in-person client meetings with some work from home, and requires self-directed time management and consistent activity levels. Candidates should be willing to obtain provincial insurance licensing.

Responsibilities:

  • Prospect and build a personal book of business
  • Conduct needs-based consultations and present solutions
  • Close sales in line with company guidelines
  • Follow up with clients and provide policy reviews
  • Maintain accurate records of interactions and sales

Requirements summary:

  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Proven sales ability
  • Insurance or financial services experience ideal
  • Self-motivated, resilient, goal-oriented
  • Basic digital tool proficiency and reliable transportation
  • Provincial insurance licensing strongly preferred

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2026-11-14
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2026-11-14

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Job details

DepartmentSales
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingOffice, Home, Client sites
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish

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Fortis Guard Financial Group (Nigel Diljohn)

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Job description
Company Description Fortis Guard Financial Group, representing Combined Insurance – a Chubb company, focuses on Living Benefits and Living Benefit Solutions that provide protection when people need it most. The organization serves individuals, families, business owners, self-employed professionals, and groups with insurance solutions designed for real-life challenges. Fortis Guard Financial Group is committed to changing the landscape of the insurance industry by emphasizing support while clients are alive and facing difficult circumstances. Team members engage in meaningful, real-world conversations that offer financial security and peace of mind during a crucial time in the industry. The company values integrity, client-centered service, and long-term relationships built on trust.
Role Description The Independent Sales Contractor will be responsible for prospecting and building a personal book of business, focusing on Living Benefit solutions for a diverse range of clients. Day-to-day activities include identifying potential clients, conducting needs-based consultations, presenting tailored insurance solutions, and closing sales in alignment with company guidelines. The role involves following up with clients, providing ongoing service and policy reviews, and maintaining accurate records of interactions and sales activities. The contractor will participate in product and sales training, adhere to compliance and regulatory standards, and collaborate with the Fortis Guard Financial Group team to support business growth. This is a full-time hybrid role based in Toronto, ON, with a combination of in-person client meetings and some work-from-home flexibility, requiring self-directed time management and consistent activity levels.
Qualifications
  • Candidates should possess strong Communication and Customer Service skills to build trust, conduct clear consultations, and provide ongoing client support.
  • Candidates should possess proven Sales abilities, including prospecting, presenting solutions, and closing new business opportunities.
  • Candidates should possess Sales Management and Training capabilities to support personal performance goals, participate in team development, and apply coaching received from leadership.
  • Candidates should ideally have experience or interest in insurance, financial services, or related fields, with an understanding of needs-based selling.
  • Candidates should demonstrate self-motivation, resilience, goal orientation, and the ability to manage a flexible schedule as an independent contractor.
  • Candidates should have basic proficiency with digital tools (CRM systems, email, video conferencing) and reliable access to transportation for client meetings in the Greater Toronto Area.
  • Relevant licenses or willingness to obtain required provincial insurance licensing is strongly preferred.

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