Benefits Strategy Analyst | Data-Driven Client Impact

Bryson; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading benefits consulting firm is seeking a Benefits Analyst to manage health and group benefit programs. This role involves project management, collaborating with stakeholders, and maintaining client relations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, brokerage experience, and strong analytical skills. The position requires proficiency in Excel and a commitment to excellence in service delivery. Professionals who thrive in a dynamic environment and can handle multiple projects are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working in a brokerage environment.
• California life and health license preferred.
• Ability to handle changing priorities with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse projects in health and group benefit programs.
• Coordinate benchmarking analyses to align benefits with industry standards.
• Develop trusted advisor relationships and support client needs.

Skills

Customer relationship management

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Bryson specializes in Employee Benefits, Retirement Planning, Property & Casualty, Life Insurance, and Wealth Management Services. We pride ourselves in delivering the Bryson WOW, which is our commitment to service excellence.

PERSONAL TOUCH

RESOLUTION

ACCOUNTABILITY

DELIVERING VALUE

As a Benefits Analyst, you'll play a crucial role in managing diverse projects that encompass the full range of health and group benefit programs. This includes designing, strategizing, delivering, and communicating various offerings such as medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Your responsibilities will involve close collaboration with a wide array of stakeholders, both within and outside the organization. You'll work closely with our CEO, Chief Strategy Officer, Director of Employee Benefits, Account Managers, vendor partners, and key clients to ensure the seamless execution of projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Experience conducting benchmarking analysis to compare existing employee benefits packages to industry best practices.
• Proven ability to develop trusted advisor relationships with clients through effective communication and high-quality project execution.
• Strong proficiency in gathering and analyzing employee data, client renewals, and billing statements, with a focus on accuracy and plan analysis.
• Demonstrated customer service skills, including support for internal and external clients, utilizing a service-oriented approach.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to communicate due dates, timelines, and expectations proactively to various stakeholders.
• Proficiency in data entry at a speed necessary for successful job performance.
• Ability to maintain clear communication channels with clients, producers, insurance carriers, and internal partners.
• Stay informed on insurance technical knowledge, market trends, agency automation, and company information, continuously researching and evaluating new service delivery methods.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify trends from data systematically and diagnose and resolve issues effectively.
• Willingness to attend on-site and off-site training sessions as required.
• Flexibility to take on additional duties and special projects as needed.
• Take the lead in directing and coordinating projects aimed at enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of benefits offerings.
• Assume ownership and leadership of key projects within the benefits analyst team.
• Take charge of spearheading strategic projects, driving them from inception to successful completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 2+ years working in house at a BROKERAGE experience
• California life and health license preferred
• Strong business acumen
• Polished interpersonal skills
• Ability to work at a fast pace, handle changing priorities, and have the highest level of confidentiality and discretion
• Sound professional and personal judgement
• Possesses a strong teamwork orientation
• Demonstrate strong prioritization and multitasking skills to ensure client satisfaction
• Advanced level knowledge of Excel
• Computer proficient with excellent technological skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to easily adopt and work with all software platforms used
• Organized with excellent verbal and written communication

Success Factors

• Excellent customer relationship skills, and proven ability to professionally interact with prospects, clients, and vendors
• Ethical business standards and transparency
• Adoption of the Bryson “WOW” service model. The 5 pillars of the WOW are personal touch, personal accountability, continual development of intellectual capital, delivering value and resolution