Senior Benefits Consultant: Strategy, Data & Compliance

Marsh; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 92,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) match after one year

Contribute toward student loan debt

Generous paid time-off (vacation, sick

Personal days

Holidays, volunteer day, and learning/

development

Tuition reimbursement and professional

development opportunities

Charitable contribution match

Stock purchase opportunities

Job summary

Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA) seeks a Senior Consultant for Employee Health & Benefits in Portland, OR. The role partners with HR and finance leaders to design, implement, and manage benefit programs that balance cost, compliance, and employee engagement.

You will lead strategic client engagements, analyze claims data, and advise on plan design across medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. A strong background in regulatory compliance and vendor management is essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in employee benefits consulting or related role.
• Strong knowledge of health and welfare plan design, compliance, and funding.
• Exceptional client relationship management skills and executive presence.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data and translate insights into strategic recommendations.
• Excellent presentation, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Licensed in Life & Health (or ability to obtain upon hire).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary benefits advisor for a portfolio of mid-to-large market clients, providing strategic consulting on plan design, funding, compliance, and vendor management.
• Lead client meetings, renewal strategies, and annual planning processes in collaboration with internal account management and analytics teams.
• Evaluate and recommend benefit program options, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Analyze claims data and benchmark information to identify cost drivers and develop actionable recommendations.
• Support clients in navigating legislative and compliance requirements, such as ACA, ERISA, COBRA, and HIPAA.
• Partner with carriers and vendors to negotiate renewals and ensure service excellence.
• Serve as a mentor and subject matter expert to Consultants, Account Managers, and Analysts on the EH&B team.
• Contribute to business development efforts by participating in finalist meetings and assisting in the development of proposals and presentations.

Skills

Benefits consulting

Client management

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Negotiation

Regulatory knowledge

Licensing

Job description

Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA) seeks a Senior Consultant for Employee Health & Benefits in Portland, OR. The role partners with HR and finance leaders to design, implement, and manage benefit programs that balance cost, compliance, and employee engagement.

You will lead strategic client engagements, analyze claims data, and advise on plan design across medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. A strong background in regulatory compliance and vendor management is essential.