Employee Benefits Account Manager

Employee Benefits Account Manager

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 Account Manager to join our growing team in Kansas City, MO!

The Employee Benefits Account Manager will have the opportunity to manage an assigned book of business and deliver exceptional service to clients. This role includes handling day-to-day account management tasks such as resolving coverage and claims issues, processing policy changes, and preparing renewals. Responsibilities also include educating clients on benefits programs and compliance requirements, coordinating with vendors and carriers, and supporting client retention and growth through strong relationships and proactive service.

How You Will Contribute:

• All responsibilities that fall within the Account Specialist, and Account Coordinator.
• Development and execution of client benefit strategy.
• Independently advises clients on all areas of compliance, recommending best practice, based on the client's business risk factors.
• Intermediate level of compliance, benchmarking, renewal & marketing, reporting & analytics, and able to perform these functions with little guidance.
• Provide client utilization and financial reporting to Team Lead and to clients.
• Partners with Team Lead or may independently lead, client meetings and presentations.
• Partners with Team Lead or may independently onboard new clients.
• Strong knowledge of and relationships with vendors.
• Delegates tasks, training and onboarding to Specialists as appropriate.
• Participates in market meetings, seminars and training programs as directed.

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.
• 3+ years' employee benefits experience with a thorough understanding and knowledge of employee benefits
• Proficient with MS Office Suite
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills
• 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.

We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:

• Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
• Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
• Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.

Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, "The Power to Be Yourself".