Strategic Client Relationship Executive - Upper Midwest

Sun Life; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability programs

Sabbatical program

Stock purchase options

Job summary

Sun Life U.S. seeks a Client Relationship Executive to serve as a strategic advisor for a portfolio of group benefits clients in the upper Midwest.

You will own relationships with employers, brokers, and internal partners to drive retention, growth, and value realization across life, disability, dental, and health programs. This role requires strong consultative selling, excellent communication, and the ability to develop client-specific plans.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Employee Benefits, Group Insurance, Account Management
• Knowledge of group employee benefit plans and benefit design
• Experience working with brokers, employers, or corporate clients preferred

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary relationship manager for a portfolio of group benefits clients
• Partner with brokers, plan sponsors, sales teams, and service partners to drive long-term success
• Deliver consultative recommendations that improve client outcomes and retention
• Lead client-facing business reviews and coordinate across internal teams

Skills

Relationship-building

Consultative selling

Account management

Presentation skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Multi-priority management

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Sun Life U.S. seeks a Client Relationship Executive to serve as a strategic advisor for a portfolio of group benefits clients in the upper Midwest.

You will own relationships with employers, brokers, and internal partners to drive retention, growth, and value realization across life, disability, dental, and health programs. This role requires strong consultative selling, excellent communication, and the ability to develop client-specific plans.