Benefit Consultant

EPIC Brokers•Atlanta, GA

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Benefit Consultant is responsible for client satisfaction, service delivery, and vendor management while supporting the development of innovative, data-driven strategies to optimize complex Health & Welfare benefit programs. EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants is one of the fastest-growing firms in the insurance industry, with over 3,000 employees nationwide and a commitment to core values of Owner mindset, Inspire trust, Think big, and Drive results. This role is based in Atlanta, GA, with a hybrid work model requiring 3 days a week in the office.

Requirements

5–10 years of experience in insurance, employee benefits, or HR
Strong knowledge of Health & Welfare programs (self-funded medical, Rx, dental, vision, disability, life, absence, etc.)
Experience managing large, self-funded clients in consulting or brokerage
Full-cycle RFP experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Experience designing and implementing benefit plans
Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Project management and ability to manage multiple priorities
Experience with data analysis and self-funded plan financials
Knowledge of regulations and compliance requirements
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and large data sets
Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and in a fast-paced environment
High level of professionalism, accountability, and client service focus
Ability to maintain confidentiality and interact with executive stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Underwriting experience preferred
Insurance license (or ability to obtain)
Willingness to travel and work outside standard hours as needed

Responsibilities

Support development and execution of benefit strategies for large, self-funded clients
Develop cost-containment strategies across medical, pharmacy, and disability programs
Analyze claims/utilization trends and identify improvement opportunities
Lead vendor evaluations, RFPs, procurement, implementation, and performance tracking
Communicate industry trends, benchmarks, and regulatory updates
Serve as primary day-to-day client contact and manage vendor relationships
Oversee project management for deliverables, compliance deadlines, and annual planning
Manage RFP processes, renewals, contract negotiations, and vendor implementations
Ensure timely, accurate execution of deliverables with actuarial and internal teams
Support compliance (e.g., 5500 filings, plan documents, regulatory adherence)
Resolve escalated claims and support employee communications and enrollment activities
Partner with clients to define benefit goals and strategies
Deliver financial reporting, analysis, and benchmarking insights
Review and finalize client reporting deliverables
Assist with new business opportunities and strategy development
Contribute to internal process improvements and team initiatives

Benefits

Generous Paid Time off
Managed PTO for salaried/exempt employees (personal time off without accruals or caps)
22 PTO days starting out for hourly/non-exempt employees
12 company-observed paid holidays
4 early-close days
Paid parental leave
Pregnancy disability and bonding leave
Organ donor/bone marrow donor leave
Employee referral bonus program of $1,500 per hired referral
Employee recognition programs for demonstrating EPIC’s values plus additional employee recognition awards and programs (and trips!)
Employee Resource Groups: Women’s Coalition, EPIC Veterans Group
Mentorship Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Leadership Development
Pet Insurance
Identity Theft & Fraud Protection Coverage
Legal Planning
Family Planning
Menopause & Midlife Support
401(k) matching
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Wellness & employee assistance programs