Employee Benefits Team Manager

Description

Employee Benefits Team Manager

First State Insurance Agency Company Info

First State Insurance Agency is a subsidiary of First State Bancshares. This means we have a whole family of support and a large backing. We are a growing insurance and financial services organization serving most states across the nation. Our home office is in Farmington, MO with numerous locations throughout Missouri.

Make a Positive Impact

We are looking for an Employee Benefits Team Manager focused on building relationships through amazing service and communication skills. Must have a passion for creating a top-notch employee experience for the accounting staff. The key to this position is a strong working relationship with all team members of First State Insurance Agency. 

Responsibilities in Accordance with Our Corporate Values

The Employee Benefits Team Manager will serve as the leader of employee benefits, working with agency personnel to ensure continuity, efficiency, and organic growth for the entire department.

Professionalism

• Exemplify and promote corporate Values, Mission, and Vision.
• Foster collaboration between support staff and producers to support organizational, regional, and individual producer’s production and renewal retention goals.
• Train, coach, & delegate activities to the benefits support staff, while overseeing their performance. Meet regularly with individuals and the team to discuss/document performance and growth opportunities. 

Accountability

• Assist in the strategic planning, budgeting and profitability of the employee benefits department and attend FSIA department/Board meetings as requested.
• Research, develop, and monitor the compliance with FSIA procedures, processes, and auditing standards. Collaborate with agency leadership to influence best practices among the staff.
• Manage an assigned book of business, and as needed assist within the organization to help ensure timeliness of renewals and quotes

Initiative

• Oversee carrier contracts, carrier relations, marketing, carrier goals, incentives, and contingency plans. Keep all information properly updated in FSIA files.
• Approve salary changes and promotions of Benefits Team. Support the growth and development of the support staff, assignment of responsibilities, and messaging of the regional strategic goals.
• Recommend training for Benefits, L&H Account Managers, and Producers on various product lines, coverage, websites, software, etc.

Adaptability

• Attend and provide input at Agency-wide staff meeting and appropriate department meetings
• All other job duties assigned by FSB Board and FSIA Board and/or as assigned by President.

What You Can Expect

• Competitive pay and benefits package - with variable compensation program based on team performance
• 401(k) with generous employer match benefit
• Helpful, qualified, and available leadership
• A caring, stable work environment

Qualifications

• Exceptional written/verbal communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Punctual with a strong attendance history
• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred
• 10 years of industry specific experience preferred, large group and self-funded
• Must possess and maintain Life and Health insurance license
• Must obtain and maintain professional designation relevant to the position

Qualifications

Additional Information

Being a First Stater . . .
Being a First Stater means that you roll up your sleeves and dig in. It means you work hard and do your best. It means that you enjoy learning new skills and are always eager to improve. It means you help the team by being a great teammate. It means you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of our customers and our communities. It means you consistently find new ways to improve our organization.

Do you have what it takes to be a First Stater?

Make a Difference - Apply Now!

First State Bancshares Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.