Account Manager Employee Benefits

#LI-KW1 #LI-Hybrid

Essential Functions and Primary Duties

• Provide service delivery to an assigned block of clients
• Resolve moderately complex* customer service problems directly
• Act as an outward-facing, dedicated resource for assigned accounts, typically with direct client contact (not call center) on assigned accounts
• Build relationships with employer/group clients (not individual members) and serve as the primary point of contact for overall and day-to-day service delivery
• Represent client internally and coordinate with other functions to implement client systems, complete projects and address ongoing service needs
• Escalate client concerns when appropriate
• Assist client services management in conducting client meetings as needed
• Inputs data into appropriate software for vendors/carriers/clients within required timeframe
• Coordinate employee communications for enrollment
• Participate with new client set-up, renewals, and open enrollment meetings
• Establish and preserve a solid business rapport with clients and vendors
• Discuss with clients applicable legislation and market trends
• Ensure that all internal controls and procedures are followed
• Generate client interest in additional lines of coverage
• Additional responsibilities as assigned
• May provide guidance and direction to less experienced client service staff
• Complexity is based on the degree of uncertainty, financial risk, technical requirements, urgency and volume or size.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Life, Accident and Health Insurance License

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 3 to 5 years customer service experience in the insurance industry required
• Must maintain current required licenses and certifications relevant to field of expertise
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externally
• Effective customer service skills
• Proficient use of applicable technology
• Ability to work in team environment as well as independently
• Must be able to travel based on client and business needs