Employee Benefits Account Executive

Marsh McLennan Agency; Orland Park (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Employee Benefits Account Executive to join their dynamic team. This role involves building strong client relationships, providing tailored financial solutions, and leading marketing processes. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to well-being, this company offers a supportive and inclusive environment. Employees enjoy generous time off, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for hybrid work. If you have a passion for client service and a background in employee benefits, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Generous Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Hybrid Work

Charitable Matching

Stock Options

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in employee benefits.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain strong client relationships.
• Lead marketing processes, including rate negotiations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Technical Knowledge of Benefits Coverage

Education

Life and Health License

Professional Designations

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Our award-winning, inclusive, Top Workplace culture is built through the hard work of extraordinary people. Over 11,000 industry professionals drive our mission to deliver meaningful impact daily. Learn more about what makes us different and how you can thrive as an Account Executive at Horton, a Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA).

Account Executive

What You Do:

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring service needs and retention.
• Assist Producers with prospect deliverables: plan design, financial analysis, funding review, and goal setting. Participate in prospect presentations.
• Provide plan design and financial solutions to meet employee attraction, retention, and budget needs, including risk mitigation and compliance consultation.
• Prepare and execute service plans, oversee team tasks, and deliver reports such as stewardship and experience reports.
• Coordinate with team managers and internal/external resources to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Attend client meetings, conduct coverage reviews, and develop strategies with carriers and vendors.
• Lead marketing processes, including underwriting, rate negotiations, and presenting findings to clients.

Your Education And Experience:

• Life and Health license required with ongoing education; professional designations preferred.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and training skills.
• Minimum five years of relevant experience.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Creative problem-solving abilities and willingness to travel.
• Technical knowledge of benefits coverage and plan options.
• Highly organized with attention to detail, urgency, and analytical skills.
• Proficient in MS Office.

Valuable Benefits:

We promote colleague well-being through comprehensive benefits, professional development, and opportunities outside work. Benefits include generous time off, tuition reimbursement, hybrid work, charitable matching, and stock options.

Learn more at marshmma.com/careers and see our brochure here. Follow us on social media to meet our team and see what makes us unique:

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Who You Are Is Who We Are:

We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives, seeking ethical, talented, and ambitious individuals to join our client-focused teams. Marsh McLennan and affiliates are EOE Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employers.

The salary range is $90,100 to $167,900, determined by experience, skills, and other factors. The role may include performance incentives, and a comprehensive rewards package is offered.