At The Standard, you’ll join a team focused on putting our customers first. Our continued success is driven by a high-performance culture. We’re looking for people who are collaborative, accountable, creative, agile and are driven by a passion for doing what’s right – across the company and in our local communities. We offer a caring culture where you can make a real difference, every day. Ready to reach your highest potential? Let’s work together. Job Summary As a national accounts benefits consultant, you will act as the subject matter expert for claim administration on our supplemental benefits products. You will act as a claims administration consultant to company staff, field personnel, and external customers for our Supplemental products. The Standard’s Supplemental products include Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Health Maintenance Screening benefits. Provide guidance on possibilities and issues related to the sale, installation, renewal, servicing, and retention of large (1,000 employees) and/or complex group clients from a claims administration perspective. Be an integral part of the implementation of large and/or complex groups by designing best practices/strategies for claims administration. Participate in sales presentations to brokers, consultants and prospective clients. Represent the claims department’s interests in negotiating and making service promises. Support the update and maintenance of the Division bid library by reviewing and improving Benefits related bid/RFI question responses. Participate in the development of marketing and sales materials for group products as requested. Work with sales team for pre-sale activities, providing detailed information and responses to bid, installation, and service actions and requests to ensure our sales team and potential customers have an in-depth understanding of what The Standard can offer for supplemental insurance coverage. Skills and background You’ll Need Five (5) years of experience working in group employee benefits. Two (2) years of experience working in direct employee benefits implementation Two (2) years of experience working in client management or client management similar work. Experience with employee benefits claim administration is highly preferred. Experience with supplemental insurance products is highly preferred. Proven ability to successfully interact with underwriting, sales, and other division personnel as part of account renewal and retention. Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate A drive to take the extra steps needed to anticipate customer’s needs. An ability to strongly communicate across teams internally and externally to break down barriers and achieve goals. An ability to successfully work with a wide variety of personality types, adapting to communication and work needs of the individual to provide better collaboration and work outcomes. Why Join The Standard? We have built an enduring legacy of stability, innovation, and financial strength thanks to the contributions of the talented, creative, and compassionate people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard, you can expect: A rich benefits package including a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions An annual incentive bonus plan Generous paid time off A supportive and responsive management approach Opportunities for career growth and advancement Paid time off to volunteer An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools #LI-remote Please note - the salary range for this role is listed below. In addition to salary, our package includes incentive plan participation and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits, as well as an initial PTO accrual of 164 hours per year. Employees also receive 11 paid holidays and 2 wellness days per year. Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on various factors, including individual and organizational performance. Salary Range: $84,000.00 - $123,250.00 Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date. Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Equities, Inc. and StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., marketed as The Standard, are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status or any other condition protected by federal, state or local law. The Standard offers a drug and alcohol free work environment where possession, manufacture, transfer, offer, use of or being impaired by an illegal substance while on Standard property, or in other cases which the company believes might affect operations, safety or reputation of the company is prohibited. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation, employment, education and licensing verification as a condition of employment. All employees of The Standard must be bondable. The Standard is a family of companies dedicated to helping its customers achieve financial well-being and peace of mind. In business since 1906, we’re a leading provider of group and individual disability insurance, group life, dental and vision insurance, voluntary (employee-paid) benefits, absence management services, and retirement plans and annuities for employers and individuals. For more information about The Standard, visit www.standard.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn.