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About Acrisure

A global fintech leader, Acrisure empowers millions of ambitious businesses and individuals with the solutions to grow boldly forward. Bringing cutting-edge technology and top-tier human support together, it connects clients with personalized solutions across a range of insurance, reinsurance, payroll, benefits, cybersecurity, real estate services – and beyond. Since 2013, Acrisure has grown in revenue from $38 million to $5 billion and employs 20,000 colleagues in 19 countries. And this is just the beginning. To learn more, visit Acrisure.com.

Job Summary:

As an Employee Benefits Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in managing client relationships and providing strategic guidance in the realm of health and benefits. Success in this position requires a deep understanding of health and welfare benefit plans, compliance requirements, market trends and, most importantly, managing client needs. You will work as part of a consulting team to ensure the delivery of high-quality services and driving value for clients.

Responsibilities:

Client Relationship Management:

Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, building strong relationships based on trust and expertise.

Understand clients' business objectives, challenges, and needs related to health and benefits.

Regularly communicate with clients to provide necessary updates and address any concerns.

Lead day-to-day client inquiries, troubleshooting benefit-related issues and coordinating resolution with vendor partners and internal teams.

Serve as the internal lead in preparing agendas, meeting documentation, meeting notes and next steps and other client-specific documentation, as needed.

Strategic Planning and Consultation:

Conduct research on benefits trends, regulations, vendor offerings, and market benchmarks to support strategic recommendations.

Liaise with carriers and vendor partners to gather information, request updates, and follow up on outstanding items.

Analyze clients’ benefit plans, claims data, and industry trends to identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings.

Develop customized strategies and recommendations to optimize clients’ health and benefits programs.

Work across a collaborative team with internal colleagues, the client’s team and vendor partners to successfully implement strategic initiatives.

Presentation and Client Deliverable Development:

Outline, build and refine PowerPoint presentations, proposals, and client education materials.

Translate complex benefits information into clear, concise, and visually effective content.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

Lead the collection and review of claims reports, renewal data, and vendor documentation.

Utilize data analytics tools to track and analyze key performance metrics related to clients' benefit programs.

Prepare and deliver reports on utilization, cost trends, and ROI, providing insights to drive informed decision-making.

Renewal Management and Negotiation:

Lead the renewal process for client benefit plans, coordinating with carriers and negotiating terms to achieve favorable outcomes.

Analyze renewal proposals and alternative plan designs, presenting recommendations to clients and guiding decision-making.

Benefits Administration and Compliance:

Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, such as HIPAA, ACA, ERISA, and state insurance laws.

Stay informed about changes in healthcare legislation and industry best practices, advising clients accordingly.

Requirements:

Experience & Education

Bachelor's degree in business, human resources, finance, or a related field.

5+ years of experience in employee benefits consulting or account management.

In-depth knowledge of health and welfare benefit plans, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.

In-dept knowledge of supplemental health benefits, voluntary benefits and work-life benefits that differentiate benefit plans.

Strong understanding of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.

Industry certifications such as Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) or Health Insurance Associate (HIA) are a plus.

Active Life & Health license is strongly preferred.

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Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.

Why Join Us:

At Acrisure, we’re building more than a business, we’re building a community where people can grow, thrive, and make an impact. Our benefits are designed to support every dimension of your life, from your health and finances to your family and future.

Making a lasting impact on the communities it serves, Acrisure has pledged more than $22 million through its partnerships with Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Blythedale Children's Hospital in Valhalla, New York.

Employee Benefits

We also offer our employees a comprehensive suite of benefits and perks, including:

Physical Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.

Mental Wellness: Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.

Financial Wellness: Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.

Family Care: Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.

… and so much more!

This list is not exhaustive of all available benefits. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply to certain offerings. Benefits may vary based on subsidiary entity and geographic location.

Acrisure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting leaves@acrisure.com .

Final candidates will be required to complete post-offer verification processes related to the role and in accordance with applicable laws.

California Residents: Learn more about our privacy practices for applicants by visiting the Acrisure California Applicant Privacy Policy .

Recruitment Fraud: Please visit here to learn more about our Recruitment Fraud Notice .

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