Senior Health & Benefits Strategy Consultant (Hybrid)

Marsh; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work

Charitable contribution match

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Marsh McLennan Agency is seeking a Senior Consultant in Employee Health & Benefits to act as a strategic advisor, designing, implementing, and managing client benefit programs aligned with business goals. You will collaborate with HR and finance leaders to deliver cost-effective, compliant, and engaging benefits solutions.

You will lead meetings, evaluate plan designs, analyze claims data, and mentor junior team members while contributing to business development efforts and client success across

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in employee benefits consulting or related role.
• Strong knowledge of health and welfare plan design, compliance, and funding arrangements.
• Exceptional client relationship management skills and executive presence.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data and translate insights into strategic recommendations.

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

Health plan design

Presentation & negotiation

Client relationship management

Executive presence

Data analysis

Education

7+ years in employee benefits consulting or related role

Job description

Marsh McLennan Agency is seeking a Senior Consultant in Employee Health & Benefits to act as a strategic advisor, designing, implementing, and managing client benefit programs aligned with business goals. You will collaborate with HR and finance leaders to deliver cost-effective, compliant, and engaging benefits solutions.

You will lead meetings, evaluate plan designs, analyze claims data, and mentor junior team members while contributing to business development efforts and client success across