ACCOUNT MANAGER, TEAM LEAD – CENTRAL REGION

5 days ago

Remote, Canada Green Shield Canada (GSC) Full-time

WHO WE ARE

When it comes to health, we’re always looking for waysto push for better. It’s why we were founded in the first place. In 1957, ourfounder, pharmacist William Wilkinson, witnessed a mother sacrifice her healthby forgoing her own medicine to pay for her sick daughter’s prescription. Heknew there had to be a better way. So, he introduced North America’s firstprepaid drug plan, and GreenShield was born as a non-profit with a missionto support better health for all Canadians.

We aren’t just a health and benefits company. We’rethe only non-profit social enterprise that brings worlds of coverage andcare together, all in one place.

We’re noble challengers, purposefully building a betterway and we need the best people to help us create a more holistic approach thattakes care of the mind and body.

Our mission is to create better health for allCanadians, and we know that starts with our employees.

THEROLE IN A NUTSHELL

Base Salary: CAD $82,017.00 - 102,522.00

Reporting to the National Director, Growth & Client Service, Central Region, the Account Manager, Team Lead will play a hybrid role that combines hands‑on account management with team leadership. Approximately 50% of the role will be dedicated to managing an assigned book of business, including client relationships, renewals, advisor engagement, service delivery, retention, profitability, and integrated sales growth. The remaining 50% will focus on leadership and training activities, including supporting Account Managers, providing guidance and escalation support, contributing to team initiatives, and helping execute the overall segment strategy.

Account Management Responsibilities

  • Manage an assigned book of business, including scheduling and leading client meetings, negotiating renewals, presenting annual benefit plan reviews, promoting GreenShield products and services, and implementing plan amendments.
  • Build and manage strong relationships with aligned advisors.
  • Drive overall profitability, retention, and integrated sales targets for the assigned block of business.
  • Manage at‑risk client relationships in alignment with the established governance framework.
  • Participate in client and prospect presentations, including finalist meetings.
  • Partner closely with Business Development and Service teams to ensure client deliverables are achieved.

Team Lead Responsibilities

  • Support the implementation and monitoring of key initiatives for the Account Management team.
  • Lead onboarding and training for new Account Managers and provide ongoing training on new processes and products for existing team members.
  • Serve as the first point of contact for technical questions and support.
  • Act as the first point of escalation for client issues and concerns raised by Account Managers.
  • Provide renewal support and guidance to the Account Management team.
  • Work closely with the Director team to execute the overall segment strategy.
  • Assist with the development and maintenance of process documentation.
  • Support ad hoc projects as required.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate is motivated by the opportunity to contribute to a growing team, brings strong relationship management and leadership capabilities, and is comfortable balancing client‑facing responsibilities with team support and strategic execution.

Qualifications and Attributes

  • Experience in client‑facing roles.
  • Post‑secondary degree or diploma in Business, Commerce, or a related discipline.
  • Knowledge of and experience with health and dental underwriting.
  • Strong sales, marketing, and customer service knowledge.
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership and team‑building abilities.
  • Collaborative team player with strong problem‑solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and creative thinking.
  • Confident, agile presenter who builds relationships easily.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel.
  • Ability to complete the LLQP designation within a reasonable timeframe.

THE CULTURE

We believe a career should be meaningful. Not just a means to earn a living