Employee Benefits Account Manager - Hybrid

Jonus Group; Skokie (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive work culture

Job summary

Jonus Group is seeking an L&H licensed Employee Benefits Account Manager in Illinois. This boutique agency emphasizes a strong culture and dedicated client service.

You will build client relationships, tailor and manage comprehensive benefits programs (health, retirement, wellness), ensure regulatory compliance, and lead enrollment and education efforts. A collaborative, growth‑oriented environment supports professional development and certifications.

Qualifications

• Active L&H license and related certifications (CEBS or GBA) preferred.
• Experience in employee benefits administration, consulting, or account management.
• Strong knowledge of benefits programs, regulations, and trends.
• Proficiency with benefits software, MS Office, and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strong client relationships and serve as primary benefits contact.
• Understand client culture, objectives, and demographics to tailor solutions.
• Design, implement, and manage comprehensive benefits programs.
• Ensure offerings align with budgets, best practices, and needs.
• Analyze plans, compare coverage and costs, and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Guide plan designs, contributions, and cost-sharing decisions.
• Stay current with ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, and related regulations.
• Lead open enrollment, coordinate communications and education.
• Assist employees with inquiries and enrollment procedures.
• Develop clear communications to explain benefits options and coverage.
• Presentations, webinars, and workshops on benefits topics.
• Resolve benefits-related issues including claims and billing concerns.
• Liaise with carriers to expedite issue resolution.
• Collect and analyze data to show utilization, trends, and satisfaction.
• Create reports and recommendations to optimize benefits offerings.

Skills

L&H license

CEBS / GBA

employee benefits

benefits software

data analysis tools

Microsoft Office

Education

Active L&H license

Tools

Benefits administration software

Job description

Our client is seeking an L&H licensed, dedicated, and proactive Employee Benefits Account Manager to join their team. This agency likes to be a boutique style shop and prides itself as not being “the other guys”. They offer a great culture and is known to work hard!

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $70-90K
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Professional development opportunities and training.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications:

• Active L&H License
• Relevant certifications or licenses, such as Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) or Group Benefits Associate (GBA).
• Previous experience in employee benefits administration, consulting, or account management.
• Strong understanding of employee benefits programs, regulations, and industry trends.
• Proficiency in benefits administration software, Microsoft Office Suite, and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as the primary point of contact for all employee benefits-related matters.
• Understand clients' organizational culture, objectives, and employee demographics to tailor benefits solutions.
• Collaborate with clients to design, implement, and manage comprehensive employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and more.
• Ensure benefit offerings align with clients' budget, industry best practices, and employee needs.
• Analyze various employee benefits plans, comparing coverage, costs, and features to provide clients with data-driven recommendations.
• Assist clients in making informed decisions about plan designs, contribution levels, and cost-sharing arrangements.
• Stay up to date with federal, state, and local regulations impacting employee benefits, including ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, and other relevant laws.
• Ensure clients' benefit programs remain compliant with all applicable regulations.
• Lead and support open enrollment processes, coordinating communication, enrollment platforms, and employee education efforts.
• Address employee inquiries, guide them through plan options, and facilitate smooth enrollment procedures.
• Develop clear and effective communication materials to help employees understand their benefit options, coverage details, and enrollment procedures.
• Conduct presentations, webinars, and workshops to educate clients and their employees on benefits-related topics.
• Assist clients and their employees in resolving benefits-related issues, including claim disputes, coverage inquiries, and billing concerns.
• Serve as a liaison between clients and insurance carriers to expedite issue resolution.
• Collect and analyze benefits data to provide clients with insights into program utilization, cost trends, and employee satisfaction.
• Develop reports and recommendations to help clients optimize their benefits offerings.

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