Commercial Insurance Broker

BIG Alta Vista is seeking a RIBO licensed broker with a minimum of 3 years of commercial insurance sales experience to join our team. This role requires a relationship-oriented individual with strong organizational, analytical, time-management, sales, and prospecting skills. You will need to be comfortable working with technology in a digital environment, in both a customer facing role, as well as an internal role as our brokerage's Commercial Insurance expert. This is a Commission Only position.

Who We Are:

BIG Alta Vista is a full-service brokerage offering a one-stop shop for our clients' auto, home, business, life, and travel insurance needs. Our motto is Expertise You Can Trust. Exceptional Service You Can Rely On. We aim to make the insurance process simple, informative, transparent, and easy to understand. We are a tight-knit, diverse and inclusive team located in Ottawa. Launched in 2022, We have been recognized on Insurance Business Canada's Top Brokerages list, won 2 brokerage Service Excellence Awards in 2023, and voted Best Insurance Brokerage by the Best In Ottawa website for 2024 and 2025.
Why Work for Us:

• Unlimited earning potential with uncapped new and renewal commissions.

• Unlimited vacation time

• People-focused company culture

• Work-life balance

• 1-to-1 mentoring with top-selling insurance brokers

• Unbeatable market access to help you find the best coverage for your clients.

• Access to exclusive training through BIG University

• State-of-the-art tools and resources that are designed to make you work faster & smarter.

Requirements & Qualifications:

Must have

• RIBO license

• 3+ years' experience as a Commercial Insurance Sales Broker/Producer.

• Commercial Lines Insurance Knowledge is essential.

• Degree in any discipline from a recognized Canadian University or Insurance Diploma from a College.

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills in English.

• Reside in the Greater Ottawa area.

Nice-to-have

• CAIB, CIP, FCIP or similar professional designations are an asset.

• Commercial Underwriting, Marketing or Account Management experience is an asset.

• Fluency in other languages is an asset.

Responsibilities:

• Generate business/commercial insurance sales leads.

• Manage leads and provide quotes to prospective clients in a timely manner.

• Review policies and recommended coverages based on the client's business & commercial needs.

• Deliver an exceptional sales experience from the first point of contact.

• Prioritize building a quality book of commercial insurance business and maintain good retention ratios.

• Comply with market underwriting guidelines as well as company policies and standards.

• Ensure appropriate forms and other policy requirements are completed.

• Co-ordinate and follow up on client documents and payments.

• Consistently achieve monthly sales targets and comply with business quality targets.

Our BIG brokers are the best in business. Does this look like you?

• You are entrepreneurial with an established network and a proven track record in sales.

• You are goal oriented and a self-motivated individual who strives on success.

• You Think BIG. Growth & finding ways to challenge yourself to be better is in your DNA.

• You are resilient, adaptable & embrace change.

• You are professional and polite especially in tough situations.

• You are technology-savvy and comfortable working in a digital environment with powerful AI tools.

• You work well under pressure, tight timelines and high stakes.

• You have proven commercial insurance sales experience; and you're looking to take that to the next level.

• You have earned a reputation of providing superior customer service while exceeding sales targets.

• You enjoy no day looking the same, can multitask and bring order to chaos with ease.

• You value the opportunity to earn uncapped commissions and residual income year after year.

• You take care of others and support your colleagues, clients & communities.

Compensation:

• This is a Commission Only position which provides uncapped commission on new business and renewals.

• It can approximately translate into the following depending on commission earned:

  • Year 1 - $52,000 to $75,000+

  • Year 2 - $82,000 to $120,000+

  • Year 3 - $112,000 to $150,000+