Benefits Specialist - Bismarck, United States - Brown & Brown

Description

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 has an exciting opportunity available for a Benefits Analyst supporting our North Dakota team

The Benefits Analyst will assist in servicing the needs of employee benefit clients.

This is a great opportunity for a benefits professional looking to grow their career into a more client facing position.

This is an hourly position, open to remote work - ideally in ND for local client visits.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Client focused - emails, calls, and in-person meetings.
• Support Team Leads/Benefits Consultants with daily service issues/functions and frequent ad hoc requests, escalating issues as needed.
• Identify, plan, and develop methods and procedures to obtain greater efficiency and effectiveness of benefit programs.
• Request and manage benefit renewal delivery and confirmation process.
• Create, review and edit employee benefit guides, presentations and other client communications as requested.
• Support client in open enrollment preparation and execution, including HRIS support.
• Review plan documents (SBCs, SPDs, Certs, etc.) and ensure accuracy of content.
• Provide compliance updates/notices to clients and address questions/requests.
• Manage internal client audit process.
• Maintain client records in database.
• Participate in market meetings, seminars and training programs as directed.
• Perform miscellaneous duties and projects. This may include involvement in building presentations, participating in client functions and meetings and assisting the Sales team with prospects.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• 3+ years' experience with a thorough understanding and knowledge of employee benefits
• Must obtain and maintain active Life/Accident and Health Insurance Agent License within six months of employment.
• Bachelor's Degree in related industry preferred and/or equivalent experience
• Basic knowledge of compliance and regulations in the benefits arena
• Proficient with MS Office Suite
• Microsoft Excel - Strong to expert level skills
• Strong analytical and critical thinking ability
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and exercise judgement
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills, capable of both interpreting data as well as interacting with clients on a time-sensitive basis
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and a proactive approach to meeting client requirements
• This position may require routine or periodic travel which may require the teammate to drive their own vehicle or a rental vehicle. If required, acceptable results of a Motor Vehicle Record report at the time of hire and periodically thereafter, and maintenance of minimum acceptable insurance coverages are requirements of this position.

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Generous benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), continuing education, mental health resources, etc.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan