Account Manager, Employee Benefits

Ori-gen; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Unlimited PTO

Paid Holidays

Licensing Renewal Assistance

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Noguchi & Associates, Inc., an Ori-gen Family Company, is seeking an experienced Account Manager in Employee Benefits to strengthen client relationships, manage renewals, and provide strategic benefits guidance.

You will serve as the primary contact for an assigned book of benefits clients, coordinating with carriers and internal teams, while mentoring junior account managers and staying current on ACA, ERISA, and related regulations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Employee Benefits insurance experience.
• Active Hawaii Life & Health Insurance License required.
• Experience managing employer group benefits accounts and renewals.
• Experience with mid-market to large employer groups.
• Knowledge of ACA, COBRA, ERISA, HSA and Section 125.
• Excellent communication, presentation, organization, and client-service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned book of Employee Benefits clients.
• Serve as a trusted day-to-day advisor and primary client contact.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
• Manage annual renewals, including gathering data, reviewing proposals, and preparing recommendations.
• Lead renewal meetings and present benefit options to clients.
• Coordinate carrier negotiations and advocate for clients.
• Provide guidance on medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Coordinate with carriers, vendors, Producers, and internal teams.
• Resolve complex client, eligibility, enrollment, billing and service issues.
• Support benefit strategy, plan design, and client retention.
• Stay current on benefit trends and compliance requirements.
• Mentor and support developing Junior Account Managers when appropriate.

Skills

Client service

Communication

Presentation

Organization

Multitasking

Education

Hawaii Life & Health Insurance License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Employee Navigator

Job description

Account Manager, Employee Benefits - Noguchi & Associates, Inc. - an Ori-gen Family Company. Salary: Final compensation will be determined based on experience, licensing, technical expertise, book complexity, and overall qualifications. Additional bonuses eligible per client retention. Reports To: Manager of Client Services.

Build a Career with Purpose

At Noguchi & Associates, Inc., we believe insurance is about more than policies and premiums and it's about protecting businesses, supporting families, and strengthening the communities we serve.

As part of the Ori-gen family of companies, we are proud to carry forward a legacy built over 45 years of trusted relationships, service, and community impact.

Our mission is simple: Remember where you came from...and create a new future for the generations that follow.

We are looking for an experienced Employee Benefits professional who enjoys building strong client relationships, managing renewals, solving problems, and providing thoughtful benefits guidance.

What You’ll Do

• Manage an assigned book of Employee Benefits clients.
• Serve as a trusted day-to-day advisor and primary client contact.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
• Manage annual renewals, including gathering data, reviewing proposals, and preparing recommendations.
• Lead renewal meetings and present benefit options to clients.
• Coordinate carrier negotiations and advocate for clients.
• Provide guidance on medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Coordinate with carriers, vendors, Producers, and internal teams.
• Resolve complex client, eligibility, enrollment, billing and service issues.
• Support benefit strategy, plan design, and client retention.
• Stay current on benefit trends and compliance requirements.
• Mentor and support developing Junior Account Managers when appropriate.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of Employee Benefits insurance experience.
• Active Hawaii Life & Health Insurance License required.
• Experience managing employer group benefits accounts and renewals.
• Experience with mid-market to large employer groups.
• Strong knowledge of medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Experience preparing renewal analyses and benefit comparisons.
• Knowledge of ACA, COBRA, ERISA, HSA and Section 125.
• Excellent communication, presentation, organization, and client-service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Preferred: Experience with Employee Navigator, Insurance Carrier Portals and similar systems. Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Why Join Noguchi & Associates?

Comprehensive Portfolio of Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance and more
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Volunteer
• Paid Holidays
• Professional Development and Continuing Education
• Licensing Renewal Assistance
• Client Retention Bonus Eligibility
• Career Growth Opportunities