Benefits Account Manager

Barnes Insurance Agency; Pigeon Forge (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401k

Job summary

Barnes Insurance Agency in Tennessee is seeking an Account Manager to cultivate strong client relationships and deliver exceptional service for fully insured and level-funded plans.

You will support renewal processes, prepare quotes, educate clients on benefit options, and coordinate with carriers to resolve issues, ensuring accurate enrollment and smooth transitions.

This in-office role emphasizes proactive communication, detailed work, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in employee benefits and account management insurance.
• Understanding of employee benefits, regulations, and industry standards.
• Preferred experience with fully insured plans.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Active Life & Health License preferred or required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for clients, producers, and carriers, delivering exceptional service and resolving issues related to claims, billing, and enrollment
• Lead renewal and marketing process by gathering data, obtaining quotes, evaluating carrier options, and partnering with Producers to present strategic benefit recommendations
• Calculate premiums, audit billing for accuracy, and resolve discrepancies while maintaining strong attention to detail
• Develop open enrollment materials and conduct employee presentations with clear, effective communication
• Process enrollments and ensure smooth implementations or carrier transitions with strong organizational and time management skills
• Maintain accurate client records and manage workflow efficiently, balancing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Stay current on carrier updates and regulatory changes, supporting client compliance and demonstrating adaptability in a dynamic environment
• Build and maintain strong carrier and client relationships with a collaborative, client-focused approach
• Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and a proactive mindset, including participation in training and continuous process improvement initiatives

Skills

Client relations

Renewals management

Enrollment support

Data gathering

Carrier negotiations

Billing accuracy

Proactive service

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Applied Epic

Job description

The Account Manager (AM) is responsible for cultivating and maintaining strong, professional relationships with clients by delivering exceptional customer service and ongoing support. This role manages an assigned book of business consisting of fully insured and level-funded clients, ensuring their benefit programs align with organizational needs and expectations.

As an AM you will build trust through responsiveness, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to client service. In addition to managing existing accounts, this position will support Agents in both new business development, the renewal process, contributing to overall growth, and client retention. Serving as a dedicated advocate, the AM will work closely with carriers and vendors to resolve issues and ensure a seamless experience for clients and their employees. This includes assisting with claims inquiries, billing discrepancies, and enrollment processes, while continuously expanding industry knowledge to better educate and support clients.

Key Responsibilities & Core Competencies

• Serve as the primary contact for clients, producers, and carriers, delivering exceptional service and resolving issues related to claims, billing, and enrollment
• Lead the renewal and marketing process by gathering data, obtaining quotes, evaluating carrier options, and partnering with Producers to present strategic benefit recommendations
• Calculate premiums, audit billing for accuracy, and resolve discrepancies while maintaining strong attention to detail
• Develop open enrollment materials and conduct employee presentations with clear, effective communication
• Process enrollments and ensure smooth implementations or carrier transitions with strong organizational and time management skills
• Maintain accurate client records and manage workflow efficiently, balancing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Stay current on carrier updates and regulatory changes, supporting client compliance and demonstrating adaptability in a dynamic environment
• Build and maintain strong carrier and client relationships with a collaborative, client-focused approach
• Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and a proactive mindset, including participation in training and continuous process improvement initiatives

Experience and Education:

• Preferred experience in employee benefits and account management insurance field
• An understanding of employee benefits, regulations, and industry standards
• Preferred experience with fully insured plans
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Licensing and Credentials:

• Active Life & Health License preferred or required with 90 days

Systems:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Applied Epic experience preferred, but knowledge of similar Account Management System (AMS) is acceptable

Requirements:

• This is a full-time, in-office position requiring regular, onsite attendance with possible hybrid schedule after 6 months.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds as needed
• Frequent use of visual acuity to review documents and computer screens
• Repetitive hand movements, including typing, writing, and use of office equipment
• Ability to sit for extended periods, with occasional walking, bending, reaching, and stretching as part of daily tasks

Benefits & Compensation:

• 100% paid Medical and Life Insurance options
• Optional Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, and 401K to all full-time employees