Employee Health & Benefits Client Manager

About the role

MMA provides business insurance, employee health & benefits, retirement, and private client insurance solutions to organizations and individuals seeking limitless possibilities. Applicants must be within driving distance to our Columbus, GA office to be considered for this role and have the ability to commute to the office five days per week.

Responsibilities

• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as the primary point of contact for all health and benefits inquiries and issues.
• Program Administration: Oversee the implementation and administration of employee health and benefits programs, including health insurance, dental, vision, and wellness initiatives.
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with clients to assess their needs and develop tailored benefits solutions that align with their organizational goals and budget.
• Compliance Oversight: Ensure that all health and benefits programs comply with federal and state regulations, including ERISA, HIPAA, and ACA requirements.
• Reporting and Analysis: Prepare and present reports on benefits utilization, claims trends, and program effectiveness to clients, providing insights for decision-making.
• Vendor Management: Liaise with insurance carriers and vendors to negotiate contracts, resolve issues, and ensure the delivery of services meets client expectations.
• Open Enrollment Support: Lead the open enrollment process, including communication strategies, employee education, and enrollment logistics.
• Training and Development: Provide training and support to clients and their employees on benefits programs, changes, and best practices.
• Problem Resolution: Address and resolve any client issues related to claims, plan administration, and service delivery in a timely manner.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including sales, underwriting, and compliance, to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.
• Account Servicing: Assist the Employee Health & Benefits Producer and team in servicing existing accounts, including renewals and maintaining customer files.
• Communication Materials: Develop communication materials, including Benefit Enrollment Guides, and coordinate employee enrollment meetings.
• Documentation Review: Review Summary Plan Documents (SPDs) and agreements/contracts for accuracy and assist clients with resources related to HIPAA, COBRA, FLEX, ERISA, etc.
• Enrollment Management: Verify accuracy and completion of enrollment applications and transmit to carriers, assisting policyholders with claim forms, policy changes, and cancellations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in employee benefits, insurance, or account management, preferably in a brokerage or agency environment.
• Strong knowledge of health and benefits regulations and industry trends.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• A commitment to providing exceptional client service.

Skills

• Life & Health resident agents license required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401K and company match program
• Company-paid life and disability
• Generous paid time off programs
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Volunteer paid time off (VTO)
• Career mobility
• Employee networking groups
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Stock purchase opportunities

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Pay

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Schedule

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Qualifications

Marsh McLennan and its affiliates are EOE Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employers.