Assistant Account Executive

Horan Securities, Inc.; Melville (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A prominent insurance and employee benefits broker seeks an Assistant Account Executive for its Employee Benefits team. This role involves supporting client management, preparing materials for open enrollment, and communicating with clients and carriers. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail. A Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience are preferred, and the position offers competitive hourly pay along with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in Employee Benefits.
• Ability to obtain Life & Health License after hiring.
• Detail-oriented with strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily client management and account maintenance.
• Prepare open enrollment materials and develop relationships with clients.
• Maintain Benefit Portals and assist Account Executives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

HUB International Limited (“HUB”) is the 5th largest global insurance and employee benefits broker, providing a broad array of property, casualty, risk management, life and health, employee benefits, investment and wealth management products and services. With over 20,000 employees in 750 offices throughout North America, HUB has grown substantially, in part due to our industry leading success in mergers and acquisitions

We are currently looking for an Assistant Account Executive to join our Employee Benefits team.

General Purpose:

Support EB Account Executives in coordination of projects and interfacing with clients and carriers to ensure exceptional customer service.

Core Responsibilities:

• Assist Account Executive staff with daily client management issues.
• Perform account maintenance including updates to client files, scanning and attachment of plan documents, Benefit Point, etc.
• Assists in the resolution of common account issues, i.e., claim, policy, eligibility, and service issues.
• Request, track, and upload Schedule A’s for client 5500 filings.
• Preparation of Annual Notice packets for clients.
• Learn benefit and census gathering/sorting for marketing, stewardship, persona, smart view reports.
• Assists with marketing proposals, paperwork, and presentation preparation.
• Revise/Edit and bind presentation materials as needed.
• Prepare open enrollment materials (C&D benefit guides, benefit spot mobile app, presentation, obtaining carrier collaterals).
• Develops and maintain positive relationships with insurance carriers and clients.
• Maintains Benefit Portals e.g. TouchCare, Employee Navigator, etc.…
• Assist Client and Account Executives utilizing ZyWave.
• Performs other administrative functions as needed by Account Executive staff.

Knowledge/Skills & Abilities Required:

• Minimum of 1 year experience in an Employee Benefits insurance environment (preferred, not required).
• Obtain your Life & Health License after a pre-determined amount of time employed by HUB.
• 4-year college degree a plus.
• Basic analytical & problem-solving skills.
• Good verbal and written communications skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Computer literate – Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point, Microsoft.
• Detail-oriented.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Accurate and high attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and with a sense of urgency.
• Able to work well in a team environment.

While learning and performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand for extended periods of time (ie seminars, meetings, etc.); the employee must be able to possibly, occasionally, lift and/or move up to 5 pounds (office supplies and paper) and assist in the clean-up/straightening of Conference Room prior to or after EB meetings.

Complexity & Scope:

• Supports various levels of Account Executive teams and Producers with managing accounts.
• Manages low complexity account issues.
• May interface with clients and carriers after obtaining a Life & Health license.

Create a Positive Working Environment:

• Take personal accountability for contributions to organizational results.
• Act with an appropriate sense of urgency to achieve results.
• Insure the effective implementation of key business strategies.
• Demonstrate respect for all differences, i.e., race, gender, ethnic background, disabilities, sexual orientation, age, career levels, style, and opinions.
• Conduct our business with the highest level of ethics and professionalism in all areas and in accordance with all-applicable laws and regulations.
• Take responsibility for continuous learning and development of skills necessary to fully contribute to the organization.
• Demonstrate employee commitment to continuously protect HUB International information assets from inappropriate and/or unlawful use.

Continual Improvement:

Improve quality, processes, and productivity, and ensure an appropriate control environment.

• Proactively identify areas of opportunity for process improvement/organization effectiveness and efficiency.
• Contribute to divisional success through active participation in assigned projects and committees and/or by delivering feedback into the organization.
• Active engagement in process improvement projects that benefit HUB International Northeast.
• Appropriately adhere to required use of HUB systems and ensure data quality contained within.
• Ensure compliance with all operating controls as spelled out in the HUB Quality Control Procedure Manual

The expected pay range for this position is $31.59 an hour to $37.09 an hour and will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience, and work location, as well as the specific position’s business line, scope, and level. HUB International is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages which could include health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, FSA, HSA and 401(k) accounts, paid-time-off benefits, and commissions for some positions.

Department Account Management & ServiceRequired Experience: 1-2 years of relevant experienceRequired Travel: NegligibleRequired Education: Bachelor's degree (4-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.

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