Client Manager - Employee Benefits

IMA Financial Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Stock Purchase

Medical Plans

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Options

Job summary

IMA Financial Group in Chicago seeks a Client Manager to oversee a dedicated book of business with low-complexity clients, delivering standardized service and lifecycle support.

You will coordinate with internal teams, ensure compliance and documentation, manage Salesforce workflows, and guide junior staff while upholding IMA's values and a strong client focus.

Qualifications

• Active Life & Health License required.
• 2+ years relevant experience.
• Technical skills include Salesforce and OE guide applications.
• Developed awareness of core market dynamics and client segments.

Responsibilities

• Manages a dedicated Book of Business: small-to-medium volume book of primary low-complexity clients with moderate service intensity and standardized service models.
• Serves as a primary point of contact for assigned clients, supporting all phases of the client lifecycle.
• Manages Salesforce – with ownership of workflow, tracking, and data quality for assigned BOB.
• Provides support on and develops in all areas of the client life cycle.
• Reviews work completed by Client Associates before delivery to clients.
• Resolves claims, billing, and eligibility issues while coordinating with internal support teams.
• May coach peers or guide support staff or junior team members.
• Supports and demonstrates IMA’s core values.
• Values and understands the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion among all IMA associates.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Education

Active Life & Health License

Tools

Salesforce

OE guide applications

Job description

The Client Manager manages a dedicated book of business consisting primarily of lower‑complexity clients, delivering standardized service and lifecycle support. This role serves as a primary client contact, coordinates with internal teams, and ensures compliance, documentation, and service expectations are met.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES include but are not limited to:

• Manages a dedicated Book of Business: small-to-medium volume book of primary low-complexity clients (e.g., fully insured, standard plans) with moderate service intensity and standardized service models.
• Serves as a primary point of contact for assigned clients, supporting all phases of the client lifecycle.
• Manages Salesforce – with ownership of workflow, tracking, and data quality for assigned BOB.
• Provides support on and develops in all areas of the client life cycle.
• Reviews work completed by Client Associates before delivery to clients.
• Resolves claims, billing, and eligibility issues while coordinating with internal support teams.
• May coach peers or guide support staff or junior team members.
• Supports and demonstrates IMA’s core values.
• Values and understands the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion among all IMA associates.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Key strengths and traits include but are not limited to:

• Problem solving
• Operational excellence + process ownership

Qualifications

• Active Life & Health License
• 2+ years relevant experience
• Technical application skills: OE guide applications, Salesforce
• Basic + developing awareness of core market dynamics and client segments

Salary Range

$100,000—$200,000 USD

Being a part of IMA has its benefits. When you become part of the IMA family, you become eligible to take part in our valuable benefits and rewards package designed to benefit you, your family, and your life. Our plans are cost-effective, convenient and provide progressive ways for staying healthy, protecting loved ones, pursuing financial security and living a full and balanced life. This role is eligible for the following:
Annual Performance Bonus, Stock Purchase, Medical Plans, Prescription Drugs, Dental, Vision, Family Assistance Program, FSA, HSA, Pre-Tax Parking Plan, 401(k), Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Long Term Care, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Business Travel Accident, Identity Theft, Paid Time Off, Flexible Work Options, Paid Holidays, Sabbatical, Gift Matching, Well-Being Stipend, Personal and Professional Development. In addition to our robust benefits package, the final offer amounts will depend on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s geographic location, prior relevant experience, and their knowledge, skills, and abilities.

*These benefits do not apply to internship roles.

Why Join IMA?

We’ve built a reputation for putting our associates first

What if we told you that you could be an integral part of an entrepreneurial, expanding company, develop lasting relationships, earn competitive benefits, plus claim part ownership? It’s this unique ownership business model that makes working at IMA so appealing.

We work in teams. We sell in teams. We win and prosper as a team

We provide support systems and resources that enable each of our associates to focus on what they do best. And as an independent company based in the Midwest, we’re big enough to write business all over the world and small enough to implement your ideas quickly.

We are recognized nationally as a leader in our industry

• Business Insurance Magazine – Best Places to Work in Insurance
• US Insurance Awards – Community Outreach Project of the Year
• U.S. Chamber of Commerce Citizen Awards – Best Corporate Steward finalist
• Inc. Magazine Best Workplaces
• Inc. 5000 – List of Fastest Growing Companies
• Alaska Journal of Commerce – Best Workplaces in Alaska
• Charlotte Business Journal – Best Places to Work
• Civic 50 Colorado Honoree Recognizing 50 Most Community-Minded Companies
• Connecticut Top Workplaces
• Dallas Business Journal – Best Places to Work
• Denver Business Journal – Best Places to Work
• Denver Business Journal – Fast 50
• Kansas City Business Journal – Best Places to Work
• Los Angeles Business Journal – Best Places to Work
• Puget Sound Business Journal – Washington’s Best Workplaces
• Tampa Bay Times – Best Workplaces
• The Salt Lake City Tribune Top Workplaces
• Utah Business – Best Places to Work
• Wichita Business Journal – Best Places to Work

This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.

The IMA Financial Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The IMA Financial Group, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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