Benefits Consultant

Location : Erie, PA.

Job Title : Benefits Consultant (Clients with 100 or more employees)

Department : Employee Benefits

Reports To : Practice Leader

SUMMARY

The Benefits Consultant (BC) will provide strategic account management and brokerage services to assigned health and welfare benefit plan (EB) clients, having the primary responsibility for client retention. The BC is viewed as a project manager and shall be principally responsible for overseeing management of assigned clients, including reoccurring interface with appropriate decision makers, proactive consultation, renewal process management, plan design analysis, funding methodology, benchmarking, marketing, relevant collaboration with Subject Matter Experts (SME) throughout HUB, and negotiation of coverage terms and conditions. Travel to meet and present to clients is required.

The BC will interface with Client Manager (CM) and SMEs directly for assigned clients, involving leveraging individuals appropriately in service related activities to support client needs. In general, the BC will lead service teams to provide overall strategy to clients within an assigned book of business. CMs will support the BC with executing strategies, preparing materials / reports, keeping internal systems up to date, and acting the day-to-day contact for clients. SMEs will support the BC with coordinating / presenting materials related to specific topics.

JOB DUTIES

• Lead service teams to provide strategic EB solutions to an assigned book of EB business.
• Retain and round clients through a HUB-specific process, “Critical Path.”
• Directly oversee, coordinate, and promote the delivery of HUB’s entire value proposition to assigned clients via a Client Annual Timeline, including but not limited to a multi-year strategy, Compliance, Data Analytics and Underwriting, Employee Communications, Health and Performance, Technology, and Voluntary Benefits.
• Work alongside and cooperatively with Sales Executives, if assigned on clients, serving as HUB’s primary consultant to the client. The Sales Executive has primary responsibility for client relationship management and initiating new sales. The BC has primary responsibility for retaining the client, acting as the de facto technical expert and broker-consultant. In some instances no Sales Executive will be assigned and the BC also is primarily responsible for client relationship management.
• Ensure Sales Executives, when assigned, are fully informed about and prepared for all client meetings and interfaces so as to be able to competently and proactively manage the client relationship.
• Establish and maintain strong and productive professional relationships with “C-Level” and other cognizant decision makers for assigned HUB clients.
• Possess a detailed knowledge of the client’s business and industry.
• Establish and maintain strong and productive professional relationships with cognizant insurance carriers and key vendor partners, including a detailed familiarity with carrier and key vendor partner products and services in support of assigned clients.
• Send clients monthly financial reports with comments.
• Follow an annual service calendar that includes but is not limited to Compliance, Health and Performance Strategy, Pre-Renewal Strategy, Renewal, and Post-Renewal Debrief / Stewardship meetings.
• Ensure that all client service needs are promptly and professionally delivered, either directly by the BC or via HUB colleagues (e.g. CM, SME, etc.). The BC is accountable for the competence, timeliness, and quality of all deliverables to the client.
• Identify opportunities for cross-sell and up-sell of other HUB products and services when appropriate for the client’s needs. At all times, be knowledgeable about and document what other insurance products and services the clients are purchasing through other providers.
• Work with the client on receivables more than 30 days past-due, with each unresolved circumstance documented and reported to accounting.
• Possess a mastery of the various HUB resources and tools that are available via “HUB Today,” employing same to best serve assigned clients and work with cognizant Sales Executives.
• Have knowledge about and comply with HUB systems, procedures and state / federal insurance regulations.
• Maintain applicable licensing by participating in continuing education.
• Possess a strong ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, which will include the ability to design and deliver effective group presentations using various media to the client.
• This job description is intended to describe the level of work required by the person performing the work. The principal duties outlined are the essential responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned as needs arise.

QUALIFICATIONS

Department Account Management & Service

Required Experience : 5-7 years of relevant experience

Required Travel : Up to 25%

Required Education : Associate degree (2-year degree)

About HUB

In a rapidly changing world, HUB advises businesses and individuals on how to prepare for the unexpected. As one of the world’s largest insurance brokers, our focus is dedicated to providing our customers with the peace of mind that what matters most will be protected — through unrelenting advocacy and tailored insurance solutions that put our clients in control. Our growing team of professionals across North America represents a broad, deep, and one-of-a kind aggregation of entrepreneurs and leaders recognized for their excellence throughout the insurance community.

Why Choose HUB?

Throughout our network of more than 530 HUB offices in North America, we offer a competitive, exciting, and friendly work environment that strategically positions our employees for longevity and success. At HUB, we believe in investing in the future of our employees and provide continuous opportunities for growth and development. Our entrepreneurial culture fosters an environment that empowers our people to make the best decisions for our customers and organization, focusing on expanding the industry knowledge of our insurance professionals to serve our valued clients. We are committed to providing you with competitive and flexible benefits options that are rooted in your current needs, yet evolve as your needs change over time. Join us in taking the first step toward creating a future that combines a diverse, challenging work environment with financial security and career satisfaction.

We Are The Perfect Fit If You

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Department Account Management & ServiceRequired Experience : 5-7 years of relevant experienceRequired Travel : Up to 25%Required Education : Associate degree (2-year degree)

HUB International Limited is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race / ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

We endeavor to make this website accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the recruiting team . This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.