Associate Benefits Consultant

People Corporation; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement savings plan

Wellness programs

Training opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

People Corporation in Canada seeks an Associate Benefits Consultant to deliver consulting services and manage projects for mid to large clients. You will design and manage group medical, dental, life, disability and special risk benefits, and develop strategies to support client retention and cost mitigation.

You will collaborate with Benefits Consultants, prepare presentations, reports and pricing analyses, mentor staff, and travel within the GTA as needed.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of experience in group benefits or related field.
• Strong understanding of group benefits plans (medical, dental, life, disability).
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and costs.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; ability to prepare client materials.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design and management of group benefit programs for clients.
• Develop strategies to support client retention and pricing analysis.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and renewals; participate in client calls.
• Mentor analysts and ensure timely, quality deliverables.
• Travel within the GTA to attend client meetings as needed.

Skills

Benefits expertise

Client communication

Financial analysis

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Project management

Travel readiness

Education

LLQP or Life License asset

Tools

iCare

EPIC

Job description

As part of a dedicated, professional team, you will provide consulting services to and manage projects for medium and large clients. You will leverage your experience as a benefits expert to make recommendations on plan design, pricing and delivery of group benefit programs. You will participate, collaborate, and support the team and Benefits Consultant(s) in delivering impactful solutions to clients.

The Associate Benefits Consultant will:

Contribute to the overall design and management of group medical, dental, life, disability and special risk benefits for clients; including: Develop and implement strategies and activities to support client retention Identify the client’s group insurance risks and recommends appropriate plan design and cost mitigation strategies Assess, negotiate, write reports and prepare presentations relating to group renewals Assessment, negotiation and report/presentation preparation for marketing and peer review of quote comparisons; Be accountable for the smooth transition of benefits to new carriers ensuring any client risk and exposure is mitigated (i.e. plan mapping, member coverage, communication); Price and analyze costings including assessment and analysis of alternative funding arrangements; Act as "second chair" for medium to large clients Manage the quality and timeliness of client deliverables Develop annual client plans to ensure clients are receiving value added service and that the work being produced aligns with client goals and objectives Participating in client calls and meetings as appropriate and assisting with the preparation of presentations, documents, etc. Manage client expectations and effectively deal with concerns or issues Mentor analysts/technical staff and other team members as needed and peer review work

Other responsibilities may also include, as needed: Assist on specific projects, initiatives and research; Support new business/sales initiatives Continuing education to maintain a high level of knowledge of employee benefit legislation, administrative issues, plan rules, claim management and client specific procedures Participate in industry conferences, seminars, etc. in order to promote services and keep abreast of industry trends and activities Represent People Corporation in the market and be a successful brand ambassador. Maintain an expert knowledge of the complete line of People Corporation products and services. Foster and develop positive supplier relations to enable strong partnerships for your clients Build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues, shared services, practice areas, etc. across the organization.

To be successful as an Associate Benefits Consultant with People Corporation, you will need:

• 4–5 years of relevant experience in group benefits, benefits consulting, group insurance, underwriting, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of group benefits plans, including medical, dental, life, disability, and special risk benefits.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, carriers, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
• Strong technical and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, assess benefit plans, analyze costs, and develop recommendations.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with strong overall proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience preparing client presentations, reports, spreadsheets, and other professional deliverables is highly valued.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple client priorities, deadlines, and deliverables while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with Benefits Consultants, analysts, and other team members.
• Strong client service and relationship management skills, with confidence participating in client meetings, presentations, and discussions.
• Ability and willingness to travel within the GTA to attend client meetings and other business-related activities.
• LLQP or Life License is considered an asset. Candidates who do not currently hold a license will be supported by the company in obtaining their license within six months of joining.
• Experience with iCare and/or EPIC is considered an asset.
• Experience with renewals, quote comparisons, marketing/peer reviews, plan design, pricing, and carrier negotiations is an asset.
• A proactive, client-focused approach with strong attention to detail and the ability to identify issues, assess risks, and recommend practical solutions.

What's in it for you:

• Comprehensive health and dental insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company contributions.
• Health and wellness programs, including mental health support.
• Training opportunities and assistance in obtaining professional designations.
• Competitive compensation package.

Salary Range

The base salary for this position is between $85,000 - 90,000 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation (i.e. annual bonus). The actual base salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will be able to provide additional details of the total compensation for this role.

We are committed to helping businesses succeed. We are a national provider of benefits, retirement, wealth, wellness, and human resource solutions. Our experts and solutions serve over 20,000 clients representing nearly 3 million Canadians. We offer customized solutions designed to fit the unique needs of businesses and their employees, members and stakeholders. Providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and clients feel valued, respected and supported is something we're committed to. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employeehas the opportunity toreach their potential.

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