Client Relationship Manager, Employee Benefits - Potential for Hybrid Work

HUB International•Rockville, MD

6d•$70,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At HUB International, we are a community of entrepreneurs focused on helping individuals, families, and businesses protect what matters most by offering a wide range of insurance, retirement, and wealth management products and services. We invest in our people, empowering them to learn, grow, and make an impact. As one of the world's largest insurance brokers and a Stevie Award-winning workplace, HUB combines global resources with an entrepreneurial spirit, fostering innovation through industry-leading technology, collaboration, and centers of excellence. We are seeking a Client Relationship Manager to join our Employee Benefits team in our Rockville, MD office. This role will support the Producer with client relations, service, sales, and administrative tasks for new and existing group benefit accounts.

Requirements

Two years of experience in employee benefits account management; preferably at a broker agency.
Valid current Life/Health license required.
Working knowledge of state and federal benefits compliance regulations and industry trends/best practices.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage competing priorities, multiple clients, and concurrent deadlines with accuracy and consistency.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to present information clearly and professionally across all formats and audiences.
Ability to work independently, as well as, in a team environment.
1-2 years of relevant experience
High school or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Strong working knowledge of Agency Management Systems such as BenefitPoint, Brokerage Builder, or EPIC.
Proficient in the use of virtual meeting software, such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and GotoMeeting.
Knowledge of self-funding, alternative funding, and/or underwriting basics
Ability to analyze claims data for large fully-insured and self-funded accounts.
College degree preferred but not required.
Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for assigned client accounts, building trusted, long-term relationships by maintaining a thorough understanding of each client's business, insurance objectives, and employee benefits program.
Manage all aspects of assigned accounts independently and in partnership with the Producer, including claims inquiries, administrative issues, client requests, and technology needs.
Market new business and renewal accounts, analyze carrier quotes, and prepare proposals, comparison spreadsheets, reports, and supplemental sales materials for presentation to clients and prospects.
Lead open enrollment planning and execution, including the development of employee communications, presentations, and carrier coordination; conduct client meetings and presentations independently in the absence of the Producer.
Coordinate new and renewal plan implementations, including completion of carrier change application forms and management of all carrier and client touchpoints to ensure a seamless transition.
Stay current on federal and state regulatory requirements, provide clients with timely legislative updates, and ensure clients with 100 or more employees understand Form 5500 filing obligations and compliance criteria.
Obtain and analyze monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual claims reports based on carrier availability; deliver mid-year reports and Client Service Plan reviews as determined appropriate for each account.
Maintain accurate and current client information in BenefitPoint in accordance with HUB standards.
Provide meeting and conference call recaps to the Producer following all client interactions.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of client services and sales practices; maintain familiarity with industry developments, carrier changes, and applicable legislation.
Complete all training required by HUB Corporate or Management and adhere to all company regulations, policies, procedures, and instructions.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested by Management.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
Health Plan Reimbursement Program
Health Savings Account (HSA)
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Comprehensive Wellness Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Life and Disability Plans
Long-Term Care
Identity Theft, Group Legal, Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance and many more!
Low-Cost Loan Program and Student Loan Resources
Vacation, Holiday, Sick, and Personal Time Off
Comprehensive Onboarding
Continuing Education
Flexible Work Arrangements
Dress for Your Day Dress-Code
Employee Resource Groups and Voices of HUB Employee Groups
Comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages which could include health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, FSA, HSA and 401(k) accounts, paid-time-off benefits such as vacation, sick, and personal days, and eligible bonuses, equity and commissions for some positions.