Employee Benefits Senior consultant

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

Brown & Brown is seeking an Employee Benefits Senior Consultant to join our growing team in Chicago, IL! 

The Employee Benefits Senior Consultant will act as the primary contact in the consulting capacity, to administer client benefit marketing and renewals, and daily service functions. This role will develop and manage client block of business and pursue additional revenue opportunities with Relationship Manager. As well as assisting in the management of the Account Team and acting as a resource to the department. 

How You Will Contribute: 

• Fully manage book of business, retention and growth. 

• Development and execution of client benefit strategy.  

• Independently advises clients on all areas of compliance.  

• Proficient level of compliance, benchmarking, renewal & marketing, reporting & analytics, and able to perform these functions with little guidance.  

• Strategic resource, financial strategy lead and client escalations. 

• Monitor/prepare and review monthly financial reports, send to clients with analysis of activity and large claim detail. 

• Prepare expert level financial/underwriting exhibits as requested including but not limited to financial projections, large claim analysis, specific stop loss analysis, demographics analysis, IBNR, etc. 

• Develop proficient level reporting requirements and any deviations or customizations in those reports.   

• Leads client meetings, presentations and onboarding new clients.   

• Participate in market meetings, seminars and training programs. 

• Provide guidance/training to Consultants/Account Managers and Analysts. 

Licenses and Certifications:  

• Must obtain and maintain active Life/Accident and Health Insurance Agent License  

Skills & Experience to Be Successful: 
 

• Minimum of 4-year degree or equivalent work experience required. 

• 9+ years employee benefits experience with a thorough understanding and knowledge of employee benefits 

• 4+ years financial experience. 

• Proficient with MS Office Suite 

• Microsoft Excel – Strong to expert level skills required 

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

• Strong analytical and critical thinking ability 

• Ability to work independently. 

• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills. 

• This position may require routine or periodic travel which may require the team member to drive their own vehicle or a rental vehicle.  If requir