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Alera Group is looking for a Employee Benefits Account Manager to join their team. This client-facing position is responsible for managing and retaining an assigned book of Employee Benefits clients with Partner support. Account Manager is expected to have thorough knowledge of group insurance coverages including medical, dental, vision, life and disability, have a thorough understanding of the financial and insurance arrangements available for these coverages, and be fluent in the various types of third-party administration services our clients might need. Finally, Account Manager should be able to provide compliance education to clients. We are seeking highly motivated colleagues who bring experience and enthusiasm to our team – joining us may be the perfect fit for you!
Job Responsibility:
Ensure that contracts, BAAs or other documents are current
Educate client on applicable compliance and regulatory responsibilities
Analyze plan data and information provided by client service team regarding plan specifications, pricing and the ability of the carrier to deliver a service based on client needs
Make determinations on appropriateness and/or clarity of the data and coordinate with the client service team to finalize an accurate and clear document for use with each client
Work with client service team to review a request for proposal and/or other solicitation materials necessary to market client’s requests
Advise clients on appropriate vendors and products that best serve their needs and are consistent with their business objectives
Serve as an advocate for the client by working with Analyst to negotiate pricing and terms of various plans with vendors
Document key information obtained from clients and communicate to service and/or management teams as appropriate
Coordinate with client service team and client for appropriate employee communication materials
Maintain a working knowledge of technical systems that are used and understand that is it is critical to be current with all systems related to client data
Requirements:
At minimum, 4-5 years of account management or client service/relationship management experience is required
A bachelor’s degree is preferred
A Senior Account Manager will generally require 6+ years of experience
Applicable state life & disability insurance producer license is required and must be obtained within 30 days of hire
Relevant certifications, such as Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS), Registered Health Underwriter (RHU), or NAHU Certifications, are preferred
Have a valid driver’s license and pass a background check
Stay current on regulatory and legislative updates affecting the health and welfare insurance industry
Keep abreast of the industry trends and interpret the effect of changes in the market
Be a product expert
Have a client service mindset
Nice to have:
Relevant certifications, such as Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS), Registered Health Underwriter (RHU), or NAHU Certifications, are preferred
What we offer:
medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, generous paid time off