Vida Benefits Hiring for Account Manager, Employee Benefits Job at Colorado Springs, CO Full Time

We are seeking an experienced Account Manager (Employee Benefits) to join our Vida Benefits team. Our service team plays a vital role in ensuring our clients receive the service they need to properly manage their insurance policies. You are the facilitator of positive and effective relationships with our and other general, account-service functions.

*The position is remote. Candidate must be able to attend occasional meetings at the Fort Collins, CO or Colorado Springs, CO Office. .

• Servicing, which includes employee meetings, claims/eligibility escalation, set up for agency management systems, involved in benefits admin when applicable.
• Provides technical support, understanding of current contracts and in force coverages.
• Participates in direct meetings with clients and carrier representatives where needed.
• Designs insurance and risk management plans as directed by Advisor or Account Executive. Makes recommendations and provides input/perspective on suggested risk management strategies.
• Guides clients through the renewal process, essential project managing the steps, which may include requesting renewal exposures, submitting requests to carriers based on renewal timetable.
• Processes change requests and other items that may be required.
• Assists in the development of strong business relationships with insurance company personnel & clients to enhance business relationships.
• Meets directly with clients in conjunction with other team members. Has the ability to negotiate lines of insurance with carrier and sales to clients.
• Works with Advisor and Account Executive to write new business accounts. (Eligible for commission bonuses when involved in new business placement)
• Capability to market accounts to insurance carriers and wholesalers as needed.
• Assists in the development of strong personal relationships with appropriate insurance carrier personnel and assists agency in developing carrier relationships.
• Directs technical personnel including Account Representatives and other analysts in order to meet essential duties and responsibilities.
• Ensures accuracy of account information for both new and renewal policies, list bills and audits.
• Reviews insurance and indemnification parts of contracts.
• Maintains follow up and suspense on outstanding correspondence, reports, renewal expirations and follows up promptly.
• Participates in continuing professional development.
• Schedules monthly or quarterly meetings. Creates agenda of discussion points to continue to educate clients.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but may be substituted with relevant experience.
• Must have advanced Excel skills, strong verbal and written communication skills and team commitment.
• Must possess (or be able to obtain within 90 days of hire) a valid Colorado Life, Accident and Health License
• Minimum 5 years of experience in group benefits administration required; agency-specific experience preferred.
• Broad working knowledge of Health Care Reform (ACA) compliance.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Travel requirement:

• Travel

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Group Benefits Administration: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Life, Accident and Health License (any state) (Required)

Work Location: Remote