Consultant Employee Health and Benefits

Marsh McLennan•Worcester, MA

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Consultant at Marsh Agency works closely with clients to deliver exceptional customer service and provide employee benefits expertise, helping clients understand how insurance solutions can support their long-term strategies. The Consultant collaborates with sales professionals and insurance carrier partners to advance the success of the team and clients. The role combines a personalized local-consultant service model with the resources of Marsh McLennan, a global professional services firm. The position follows a hybrid schedule, with three days in the office and two days working from home.

Requirements

Prior experience in the brokerage or insurance industry, with a thorough understanding of health plans and funding alternatives and the ability to consider non-traditional solutions.
Knowledge of various insurance coverage lines, including medical, dental, life, STD, and LTD, as well as plan design and rate structures.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present to a range of professionals at each client.
Proficiency in Health and Welfare compliance, including HIPAA, FMLA, COBRA, Form 5500, ACA, and DOL requirements.
Life and Health Licensure, or commitment to achieving it within six months of the start date.
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with internal staff and management at all levels, external clients, prospects, and vendors.
Shared commitment to company values: Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Innovation, and Accountability.

Responsibilities

Apply working knowledge of employee benefit plans, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, HRA, HSA, and COBRA, as well as general HR questions.
Develop and manage long- and short-range benefit strategies for clients and foster strong client relationships; local travel to client sites may be required.
Serve as a subject matter expert for clients on Health and Welfare compliance, including HIPAA, FMLA, COBRA, Form 5500, ACA, and DOL requirements.
Manage the RFP process for new and prospective clients, as well as renewal and implementation processes.
Coordinate, develop, and execute project plans and presentations for specific client groups.

Benefits

Hybrid work schedule with three days in the office and two days from home.
Medical, dental, and vision plans.
401(k) match after one year.
Contribution toward student loan debt.
Paid time off, including vacation days, personal days, sick days, holidays, a volunteer day, and days for learning and development.
Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
Charitable contribution match programs.
Stock purchase opportunities.
Potential eligibility for performance-based incentives.
Employee assistance programs.