Financial Advisor - Anonymous employee Sun Life Employee Review

2.0
Nov 2, 2012
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Work your own hours, build your business your way, good company branding

Cons

High turn around rate, 100% commission, clawbacks if policies are declined after months of underwriting, your friends and family often distance themselves from you in case you try to sell them something, many people leave the company owing them money from office rentals, clawbacks, and the outrageously expensive benefits package.

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Cons

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Pros

Sun Life provides competitive benefits, remote work opportunities, and the chance to work alongside knowledgeable professionals. The company offers strong learning opportunities within the disability and leave management space.

Cons

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