Employee Benefits Account Executive
USI Insurance Services · Metairie, LA · 2 wk ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time
About the Role
The EB Account Manager is responsible for managing employee benefits accounts and acts as the primary day-to-day contact for assigned clients. In this role, you will provide consultative guidance and oversee the delivery of services to ensure client satisfaction and compliance with industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Manage a book of business, primarily consisting of fully insured clients, with some self-insured plans as applicable.
- Serve as the main liaison between clients and insurance carriers, delivering proactive and personalized support.
- Educate and advise clients on employee benefits compliance matters, including ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, Form 5500 reporting, and Health Care Reform.
- Set up new group insurance contracts and oversee the annual renewal process, including preparing contractual changes.
- Implement and manage client programs such as wellness initiatives, communication strategies, and pharmacy programs.
- Support the marketing and placement of new benefit products, including carrier evaluations, quote analysis, and client recommendations.
- Develop alternative strategies, plan modeling, and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
- Champion cross-selling initiatives and contribute to the growth and retention of client relationships.
- Cook up, manage, and participate in client meetings, including on-site meetings as needed.
- Develop employee communications for renewals, enrollment, and benefit changes, and provide oversight and resolution support for client issues such as contract interpretation and billing.
- Stay up to date on industry developments, regulatory changes, and emerging employee benefits trends.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in employee benefits or a related marketplace.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Strong, practical understanding of employee benefit plan design, funding arrangements, and compliance requirements.
- Active Life and Disability insurance license or the ability to obtain one within 4 months of employment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and internet-based applications.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, exercising professional judgment while balancing multiple priorities.
- Skilled at reviewing complex information and developing client-focused solutions.
- Attention to detail with the ability to self-review work for accuracy.
Benefits
- A full-suite of competitive benefits for a growing population and diverse needs, including medical, wellness, dental and vision, 401(k), flexible spending and health savings accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and other unique employer-sponsored and voluntary programs.
- A generous paid time off policy, paid family leave benefit, and paid holiday time.
Pay
Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate client needs.