Benefits Coordinator

Alera Group • Deerfield, IL

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Benefits Coordinator – Employee Benefits
Hypbrid - Deerfield, IL
At Alera Group, our Employee Benefits teams help organizations attract, retain, and engage their workforce through creative, compliant, and competitive benefits strategies. We’re seeking a Benefits Coordinator who will make a meaningful impact by delivering proactive client service, thoughtful benefits strategy, and a high-touch experience for both clients and employees.
This role supports clients by ensuring benefits programs are administered accurately, aligned with strategic objectives, and compliant with all regulatory requirements. You’ll partner with internal teams and client contacts to deliver seamless execution, creative solutions, and a superior client experience.

Requirements

• Life & Health insurance license or ability to obtain within required timeframe
• Strong customer service and relationship‑building skills
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently in a fast‑paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, including spreadsheet validation
• Strong commitment to confidentiality and data integrity
• Active State Life & Health License or Ability to obtain required licensure within 6 months of hire
• Ongoing continuing education to maintain active status

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience
• 2+ years of experience in benefits administration, insurance brokerage, or carrier roles
• Working knowledge of medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and wellness benefit programs
• Understanding of the regulatory environment for employee benefits

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary day‑to‑day contact for routine client service needs, coordinating activities with internal teams and external partners
• Build strong client relationships through professional communication via phone, email, and meetings
• Assist with client inquiries related to eligibility, billing, enrollment, and claims, escalating complex issues as appropriate
• Build employee benefit presentations and support open enrollment meetings as needed
• Coordinate service tasks across internal departments to ensure timely and accurate execution of client deliverables
• Support carrier submissions by gathering exposure data and program information for quoting, renewals, and marketing
• Maintain accuracy of client portal information and manage client access as requested
• Assist with renewal workflows by gathering data, preparing documentation, and coordinating renewal activities according to established processes
• Support communication with carriers, underwriters, and partners during renewal and marketing cycles
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation within agency management systems, including policies, correspondence, activities, and attachments
• Follow established workflows, service plans, and best practices to ensure consistent, high‑quality service delivery
• Support updates to client service plans and generate reports on service execution as needed
• Work collaboratively across service teams to provide a cohesive, enterprise‑wide client experience
• Participate in internal and external meetings, carrier sessions, and educational opportunities
• Stay current on carrier products, benefits trends, and regulatory requirements

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life and disability coverage
• 401(k)
• generous PTO

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree