Senior Benefits Consultant

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG); Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gallagher Benefit Services (Canada) Group Inc. is seeking a Senior Benefits Consultant to lead a portfolio of employee benefits clients and deliver expert consulting across planning, renewal analysis, and program design.

You will build trusted client relationships, present strategic recommendations to senior leaders, and collaborate with teams across benefits, retirement, wellbeing, and HR consulting practices.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in employee benefits consulting, account management, underwriting, or a related field.
• Life license required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead consultant and trusted advisor for a portfolio of employee benefits clients.
• Develop and execute strategic benefits plans aligned with client objectives, workforce needs, and budget considerations.
• Conduct renewal and market review analyses, providing data-driven recommendations.
• Design and deliver client presentations, stewardship reports, and executive-level recommendations.
• Evaluate funding arrangements, plan design strategies, and cost containment opportunities.
• Support clients with complex benefits issues.
• Collaborate with Gallagher colleagues across benefits, retirement, wellbeing, compensation, and HR consulting practices to deliver integrated solutions.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships through the introduction of additional Gallagher services.
• Participate in new business opportunities, finalist presentations, and proposal development.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging market developments, and regulatory changes affecting employee benefits programs.

Skills

Benefits consulting

Account management

Underwriting

Job description

Introduction

At Gallagher Benefit Services, you’re a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it’s shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or advising on workforce challenges, the work you do here creates meaningful change for businesses and the people who power them. We’re a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners; working side by side to solve problems, and shape the future of work. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. If you’re looking for a place where your contribution matters and where you can help build a better world of work; think of Gallagher.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! We currently have an existing vacancy within our organization, so, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

Overview

We are looking to fill a full time role for a Senior Benefits Consultant at Gallagher Benefit Services (Canada) Group Inc. If selected, you will be part of a dynamic team, supporting employers to develop and manage strategic employee benefits programs, build trusted client relationships, and deliver expert consulting advice that supports organizational goals and employee wellbeing.

Do you have an optimistic outlook and willingness to work with a dynamic and diverse team?

Are you a resourceful and ambitious individual wanting to apply your knowledge and skills to provide exceptional client service and help organizations navigate the evolving benefits landscape?

If you answered yes, then you would be an excellent addition to our highly motivated and productive team.

How you'll make an impact

• Serve as the lead consultant and trusted advisor for a portfolio of employee benefits clients.
• Develop and execute strategic benefits plans aligned with client objectives, workforce needs, and budget considerations.
• Conduct renewal and market review analyses, providing data-driven recommendations.
• Design and deliver client presentations, stewardship reports, and executive-level recommendations.
• Evaluate funding arrangements, plan design strategies, and cost containment opportunities.
• Support clients with complex benefits issues.
• Collaborate with Gallagher colleagues across benefits, retirement, wellbeing, compensation, and HR consulting practices to deliver integrated solutions.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships through the introduction of additional Gallagher services.
• Participate in new business opportunities, finalist presentations, and proposal development.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging market developments, and regulatory changes affecting employee benefits programs.

About you

• 8+ years of progressive experience in employee benefits consulting, account management, underwriting, or a related field.
• Possession of a life license.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to build trusted client relationships and present recommendations to senior leaders in organizations.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel to meet clients.

Compensation and benefits

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
• A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)