Senior Benefits Consultant

Brown & Brown, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading insurance brokerage in Minneapolis is seeking a Senior Benefits Consultant to manage client relationships and administer benefit strategies. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in employee benefits, excellent analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. This role requires independent advisory capabilities on compliance and financial strategies. Successful candidates will thrive in a collaborative environment that values integrity and growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 9 years of employee benefits experience with a thorough understanding of the field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for consulting and client benefit marketing.
• Develop and manage client strategy for benefits and retain clients.
• Lead client meetings and provide training to junior staff.

Skills

Employee benefits experience

Financial experience

MS Office Suite proficiency

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

4-year degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

## Senior Benefits ConsultantBuilt on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.To act as the primary contact in the consulting capacity, to administer client benefit marketing and renewals, and daily service functions. To develop and manage client block of business and pursue additional revenue opportunities with Relationship Manager. To assist in the management of Account Team and to act as a resource to the department.**How You Will Contribute****Licenses and Certifications:*** Must obtain and maintain active Life/Accident and Health Insurance Agent License**Skills & Experience to Be Successful*** Minimum of 4 year degree or equivalent work experience required.* 9+ years employee benefits experience with a thorough understanding and knowledge of employee benefits* 4+ years financial experience.* Proficient with MS Office Suite* Microsoft Excel – Strong to expert level skills required* Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality* Excellent verbal and written communication skills* Strong analytical and critical thinking ability* Ability to work independently.* Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills.* A college degree in Business Administration, Insurance, Risk Management, or a related field, or an equivalent qualification.* This position may require routine or periodic travel which may require the teammate to drive their own vehicle or a rental vehicle. If required, acceptable results of a Motor Vehicle Record report at the time of hire and periodically thereafter, and maintenance of minimum acceptable insurance coverages are requirements of this position.#LI-AFZ**Pay Range**$110,000 - $150,000 Annual*The pay range provided above is made in good faith and based on our lowest and highest annual salary or hourly rate paid for the role and takes into account years of experience required, geography, and/or budget for the role.***Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being**We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:* *Health Benefits*: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance* *Financial Benefits*: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement* *Mental Health & Wellness*: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services* *Beyond Benefits*: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.*Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.***The Power To Be Yourself** As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.**Brown & Brown** is Seeking a **Senior Benefits Consultant** to join our growing team in **Minneapolis, MN**.* Fully manage book of business, retention and growth.* Development and execution of client benefit strategy.* Independently advises clients on all areas of compliance.* Proficient level of compliance, benchmarking, renewal & marketing, reporting & analytics, and able to perform these functions with little guidance.* Strategic resource, financial strategy lead and client escalations.* Monitor/prepare and review monthly financial reports, send to clients with analysis of activity and large claim detail.* Prepare expert level financial/underwriting exhibits as requested including but not limited to financial projections, large claim analysis, specific stop loss analysis, demographics analysis, IBNR, etc.* Develop proficient level reporting requirements and any deviations or customizations in those reports.* Leads client meetings, presentations and onboarding new clients.* Participate in market meetings, seminars and training programs.* Provide guidance/training to Consultants/Account Managers and Analysts.* May become a Team Leader, managing other Consultants/Account Managers/Analysts, etc.* Other duties as assigned.Founded in 1939 as a small, two-partner firm, Brown & Brown (NYSE: BRO) and our team of companies have grown into one of the world’s largest insurance brokerages while staying true to our foundation of trust, resilience, and delivering results. With a team that is as connected locally as it is globally, our high-performing, highly collaborative team delivers innovative risk and insurance solutions.We look for individuals who embrace our culture, thrive in a collaborative environment, are driven to grow and succeed, and are committed to always doing what is right. With a unique culture built on integrity, superior capabilities and grit, we value teamwork, trust and courage. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates—not employees, and leaders—not managers. Everything we do is about the greater “WE”—never “me.”While diverse in abilities and experience, we are all connected through our core values, a commitment to our local communities and a shared mission—always doing what is best for our customers.