JOB SUMMARY
Partner with senior benefits consultants in evaluating, designing, and implementing benefits solutions for health care and not-for-profit clients across executive, physician, and employee workforces. Serve as the lead benefits consultant for less complex client projects. Help to establish successful client relationships with a laser-focus on providing exceptionally responsive and high-quality client experiences.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Responsible for overseeing all analytical aspects of benefits engagements across executive, physician, and employee workforces, working with junior staff to create high-quality client deliverables and ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines.
- Collaborate with senior benefits consultants in the development, communication, and deployment of benefits-related solutions, and with other client team members in the development of integrated deliverables.
- Use benefits subject matter expertise and understanding of practice solutions to identify opportunities to provide additional value to clients.
- Prepare and monitor the success of project plans, effectively keeping client team members apprised of project status and introducing appropriate interventions or activities to keep the timeline, quality, and deliverables on track.
- Participate in client meetings as requested and anticipate client needs and questions.
- Support the development of junior team members and ensure appropriate resource utilization, including prioritizing work and demonstrating effective delegation. Proactively share knowledge, use of tools, processes and methodologies established by the firm and those specific to practice areas to effectively guide more junior associates in complex research, data collection and analytics.
- Develop and implement tools, work product templates, processes and methodologies that will improve productivity and quality.
- Support Benefits Practice initiatives, including research and innovation.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a business-related field, ideally with an emphasis in finance, economics, statistics, mathematics, accounting or health care administration10 years of progressively responsible consulting / business-related experience required involving data analysis, financial modeling, benefits program design and / or benefits administrationSolid technical knowledge and experience working with Excel, Word and PowerPointRole model problem solving and critical thinking skills, including the ability to :Direct analysis of complex data sets, resolve complex data issues with limited guidance and interpret complex information with minimal direction to understand impact on client solution(s)Visualize and articulate a higher level of complex problems and concepts, recognize patterns in complex sets of data, and develop practical modelsDevelop conclusions from analyses; develop solutions to client issues / challenges, with guidanceAnticipate challenges, identify alternate solutions, and address obstacles impeding project / team progressExperience with the relevant laws and regulations that impact our health care clientsExcellent interpersonal, coaching, writing, verbal and presentation skills are required, including the ability to :Foster an open and effective channel of communication with clients and across teams and provide constructive feedback that helps junior associates develop skills and experiencesMake clear and convincing oral presentations that demonstrate the understanding of the audience and the subject matterSuccessfully tailor communications to the audience, as appropriateEffectively present facts, analysis, and conclusions / solutions in a way that demonstrates command of content, factoring in perspectives and interests of the audienceWrite concise project communications, documents, and presentations with appropriate level of technical detail and complexityExcellent project management, organizational skills, and ability to manage and execute tasks in a high-pressure, fast-paced, and priority-changing environmentStrong attention to detailExhibit high levels of enthusiasm and passion for serving our clients and appreciate their mission-based workA self-starter with demonstrated ability to successfully assist with complex project deliverables in a very driven and changing organizationAble to work effectively with ambiguityFlexible, adaptable, and able to work under tight deadlines or changing needsHave exceptional collaboration skills and behaviorsAble to lead a group and exhibit successful and positive role model behaviorsIntellectually curious and able to proactively demonstrate a passion for continuous learning, and a desire for diversity in thought, experience and ideasCommunicate openly with team membersExceptional client service orientationPreferred Qualifications
Master's degree in business-related fieldCertified Employee Benefit Specialist designation or equivalentBENEFITS AND PERKS
Competitive total compensation packageMedical and dental coverage at no premium cost for employees401(k) and profit-sharing retirement plansFlexible spending accountsGenerous paid time off (PTO)Company-paid holidaysGender-neutral parental leaveBereavement and pet leaveContinuing education and professional accreditation sponsorshipLife and AD&D insuranceShort- and long-term disabilityEmployee assistance programMental health support programAdditional perksBelow is the base salary range offered for this position. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors including, but not limited to, academic achievements, skills and experience. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.
112,100 - $168,100 annuallyQualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or marital status.
Salary : $112,100 - $168,100
