Employee Benefits Consultant - American Heritage

The Standard; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 125,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Employee Benefits Consultant in Nebraska to drive premium growth and collaborate with brokers. This role requires building relationships, providing training, and achieving sales objectives. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, along with a competitive salary range.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with matching

Annual incentive bonuses

Generous paid time off

Parental leave

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of sales experience in voluntary or employee benefits.
• Life & Health licenses required.

Responsibilities

• Build consulting relationships with partners in voluntary group and life insurance.
• Provide training and ongoing development for producers.
• Meet or exceed sales and production goals.

Skills

Customer-focused approach

Proactive mindset

Collaborative team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Employee Benefits Consultant - American Heritage

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Job Summary

Our Voluntary Benefits Division is growing! The Employee Benefits Sales Consultant is responsible for top-line premium growth, case count, and producer recruiting in Nebraska. This position collaborates with national, regional, and local Employee Benefit Brokers, Consultants, General Agents, Technology Partners, and Enrollment Firms by providing consulting, training, education, and motivation to ensure profitable growth and meet sales objectives within the territory.

Responsibilities

1. Build consulting relationships with new and existing partners in voluntary group and life insurance, including long-term care product suites.
2. Serve as a resource and subject matter expert on enrollment technology and product solutions.
3. Provide training and ongoing development for producers, agencies, and general agents.
4. Maintain strong relationships with internal departments such as Sales Support, Underwriting, and Compliance.
5. Meet or exceed sales and production goals.
6. Analyze markets and develop recruiting and marketing strategies to build long-term producer relationships.
7. Consult with producers to add value to their existing business and develop new client solutions.
8. Provide marketplace feedback and support corporate strategies.
9. Reside in Nebraska and possess an established broker network within the territory.
10. Travel approximately 3 days per week within the territory.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 2 years of sales experience in voluntary or employee benefits.
• Life & Health licenses required; must be obtained if not already licensed.
• Established broker network within the territory.
• Ability to travel 3 days per week.

Key Behaviors

• Customer-focused approach.
• Proactive and success-driven mindset.
• Collaborative team player.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with matching, annual incentive bonuses, generous paid time off, parental leave, and more.

Salary Range

$125K-$200K+ including base salary and incentives.