Qualifications and Accreditation Officer

About the Insurance Council

The Insurance Council of British Columbia is the regulatory organization that licenses and regulates the activities of over 50,000 life and general insurance agents, general insurance salespersons, insurance adjusters, and restricted insurance agents in British Columbia.

Why Work for the Insurance Council?

Work with a great team of people in a rewarding career that makes a difference. We are in a downtown location with plenty of amenities nearby. The Insurance Council has a friendly and collaborative environment with a team who is committed to protecting the public.

• We offer a comprehensive health and dental plan


• Work-life balance


• Hybrid work environment (work from office/primary residence in BC)


• Professional development


• Equitable employment opportunities

The Opportunity

The  Qualifications and Accreditation Officer   is responsible for  supporting the integrity and compliance of the licensing education accreditation programs  by evaluating and recommending applications and amendments  in accordance with legislation, Council Rules, and  established policies.  The role  maintains   accurate accreditation records, supports program development, and provides  timely communication and guidance to  education providers to  maintain public trust and professional standards in the insurance industry.  

Duties and Responsibilities

• Review licensing education  accreditation program for   new  applications, reapplications, and renewals; requests for course amendments or termination of courses  in accordance with governing legislation, Council Rules, policies, and department procedures.  

• Conduct initial review and  escalate concerns to the Manager, Licensing Qualifications and Services, on eligibility submissions for course or program applications  in accordance with governing legislation, Council Rules, policies, precedents, and department procedures.  

• Recommend course applications that meet standards under education evaluation criteria or refer with recommendations, where possible,  any  cases that do not meet standards or  indicate suitability or other issues to the Manager,  Licensing  Qualifications and Services for consideration.  

• Contribute to  designing and implementing accreditation projects and  programs.  

• Monitor and  maintain accreditation information database s , ensuring all relevant communication, such as telephone calls or meetings, is documented in the applicant or education provider’s file.  

• Prepare and issue correspondence to applicants and education providers  regarding outstanding requirements and clarification of course application requirements.  

• Respond to written and oral inquiries within established metrics.  

• Support the Manager, Licensing Qualifications and Services with the preparation of documents for the Licensing Committee and Council on education course/program applications.  

• Follow up on open and  pending  accreditation  cases .  

• Liaise with other departments as  .  

• Remain current on Insurance Council legislation and procedures.  

• Conduct  r outine audit  of  approved courses or programs and refer any concerns to the Manager, Licensing Qualifications and Services .  

• Handle other duties and  projects as assigned by the Manager, Licensing Qualifications and Services.  

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 5years of experience  in  c ourse development , learning and development,   or a minimum of 3 years  of experience in training program curriculum, competency assessment, and competence

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in the insurance industry

• Applicable insurance designations are welcome   

• Experience in  the  i mplementation of  processes and handling of issues related to Educational Planning and Instructional Methods, Program Delivery, Testing and Certification and Program Evaluation

• Have thorough and up-to-date knowledge of the Financial Institutions Act, Council’s Code of Conduct, the Council Rules and other relevant legislation and industry practices

• Computer skills,  with  proficiency in Microsoft Office suite programs

• Curriculum development and education planning skills are an asset

• Experience in compliance and regulation is an asset but not 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to take initiative, problem-solve, make decisions, and be accountable

• Demonstrate analytical and judgement skills

• A public service orientation  

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail  

• Ability to work with several concurrent tasks, and the flexibility to work with changing priorities and deadlines  

• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment


• Ability to exercise tact and discretion

Minimum to Midpoint Salary Range: $67,421 - $84,276 per annum.
Upon hire, new employees will be placed in a starting salary between the minimum and P50 (midpoint) of the salary range. The P50 of the range represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications, and experience for the position.