Account Executive
About The Position
As an Account Executive with The Olson Group, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to employer clients, helping them navigate the complexities of employee benefits while building long-term partnerships rooted in service and strategy. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining relationship management, consultative guidance, and industry expertise to create meaningful client outcomes. You'll work closely with clients, carriers, and internal account management teams to deliver thoughtful benefits solutions, guide renewal strategies, and support organizations through an ever-changing insurance landscape. Your ability to understand each client's unique goals and develop proactive solutions will directly contribute to client satisfaction and retention.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in sales, business development, or account management.
- Associate degree in Business Administration or a related field.
- Active Nebraska Life and Health Insurance License.
- Strong understanding of employee benefits programs, benefit plan structures, and compliance considerations.
- Experience building and maintaining client relationships while delivering customized solutions.
- Proficiency with CRM systems, Microsoft Office applications, and client management technology.
- Strong communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience within the employee benefits industry.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
- Experience facilitating client presentations, employee meetings, and open enrollment sessions.
- Demonstrated success implementing process improvements and enhancing client service experiences.
- Knowledge of emerging employee benefits trends, carrier solutions, and marketplace developments.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by delivering exceptional service and acting as a trusted benefits consultant.
- Lead client renewal, strategy, and planning meetings that align benefit programs with long-term business goals.
- Develop tailored solutions that help clients navigate industry changes, compliance requirements, and emerging market trends.
- Partner with carriers to evaluate options, negotiate solutions, and secure the best possible outcomes for clients.
- Collaborate closely with Account Managers and internal teams to ensure a seamless client experience and operational excellence.
- Facilitate employee education sessions and open enrollment meetings that empower employees to make informed benefits decisions.
- Maintain accurate client information within CRM systems and proactively identify opportunities to enhance client engagement.
- Travel to client locations to strengthen relationships and provide hands-on support when needed.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options, with preventive care covered at 100%
- Free virtual medical and mental healthcare for employees and their families, plus a dedicated healthcare concierge
- Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Paid parental leave
- Personalized PTO that lets you take time away when you need it, plus separate sick leave
- Competitive 401(k) company match
- Comprehensive dental and vision coverage
- Employee Assistance Program with confidential mental health, legal, financial, and work-life support
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Personalized time off
- Company paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
