Benefits Consultant I

Job Summary: 

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Benefits Consultant to join our team. In this role, the Benefits Consultant will work directly with JJL&W Insurance Consulting Firm, a Trucordia company, to support client initiatives and deliver strategic benefits solutions.  This position partners with internal teams to manage a growing client base in a cost-effective and efficient manner. 

The Benefits Consultant will serve as the primary point of contact for client inquiries, with a strong focus on customer relations, problem resolution, and effective time management. You will collaborate with both clients and internal teams to deliver exceptional service, resolve issues, and ensure overall client satisfaction with their benefits programs. Additionally, this role plays a key part in maintaining efficient benefits administration and supporting a high-quality client experience.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Support the development and execution of benefits strategy for assigned clients, including plan design, benchmarking, and cost analysis.
• Collaborate with Producers and internal teams to deliver high-quality service and strategic consulting throughout the client lifecycle.
• Participate in carrier negotiations and renewals, partnering with carriers and internal teams to deliver competitive and comprehensive benefits solutions.
• Assist clients in understanding and complying with regulatory requirements (e.g., ACA, HIPAA, ERISA). 
• Contribute to the creation of client presentations, rate analysis tools, and open enrollment materials.
• Participate in employee education meetings and webinars, helping to communicate benefits programs clearly and effectively.
• Stay informed on industry trends, new products, legislative developments, and emerging market practices.

Education & Experience

• Minimum of two years of experience in employee benefits, carrier account management, or HR benefits administration.
• Strong understanding of group health, life, disability, and ancillary insurance products.
• Exposure to fully insured and level-funded account types.
• Knowledge of ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, and other relevant compliance frameworks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with a high-level attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Health & Life Insurance License (or ability to obtain within 90 days).

Please see our company Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• FSA / HSA
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• Supplemental Health Insurance
• EAP
• Pet Insurance
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Flexible PTO
• 401K

Trucordia Insurance Services, LLC and its affiliates (collectively, the “Company”)  is aware of scams involving false offers of employment with the Company. The false offers use fake websites, email addresses, group chats and text messages. The Company does not (a) interview prospective candidates via instant message or group chat; (b) request banking or credit card information during the interview process; or (c) require candidates to purchase products or services or process payments on its behalf as a condition of any employment offer.

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