Employee Benefits Marketer II

Houchens Insurance Group Inc.•Lexington, KY

1h•Onsite

About The Position

Houchens Insurance Group is seeking a self-motivated and organized individual to join their team as an Employee Benefits Marketer II. This role offers unlimited growth potential and company ownership through the Houchens Industries ESOP, which is the largest 100% employee-owned company in the world. The company prides itself on a great culture, excellent benefits, and a commitment to its clients, co-owners, and communities. The position involves collaborating within a production team model to ensure efficient operations and optimal output, focusing on small group marketing, insurance knowledge, building relationships with carriers, and teamwork.

Requirements

Knowledge of Database Software.
Knowledge of Spreadsheet Software.
Knowledge of Word Processing Software.
Knowledge of Internet software.
Knowledge of Design Software.
At least six years related experience and/or training, preferably handling group health plans or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must hold applicable state insurance license or have the ability to obtain such within 90 days of employment.
Must be able to obtain insurance designations as set forth by the organization’s education plan.

Responsibilities

Markets groups to carriers and prepares a formal renewal presentation.
Managing renewal time-line and renewal process.
Working with clients and producers for the purpose of gathering marketing data.
Seeking opportunities for potential up selling of accounts.
Coordinating with marketing lead when applicable.
Sending groups to several markets for pricing and product comparison.
Obtaining online quotes from carrier websites, when applicable.
Negotiating client renewals with carriers based on competitive information.
Preparing formal proposal for Producers to deliver to customers.
Knows coverage for various Employee Benefits lines of business and is capable of researching various resources to gain more knowledge.
Applies insurance knowledge to all other areas of responsibility.
Assisting with or collects data needed to market existing Employee Benefit accounts.
Developing quality submissions to carriers for appropriate types of coverage.
Submitting information to insurance carriers and negotiates premiums and coverage in a timely manner.
Negotiating with carrier personnel and underwriters to develop the most attractive proposal for our prospects.
Reviewing quotes, prepares spreadsheets, and additional content specific to prospect size and situation.
Interacting regularly to build relationships with carrier personnel; this includes, managing phone calls and emails in a timely manner and attending off-site meetings as scheduled for relationship building and product knowledge.
Preparing formal proposals and communicates to Sales Producers.
Maintaining Producer confidence in job knowledge, judgment calls, and awareness of current industry trends and developments.
Works together with team and with other departments, such as Sales Producers, Account Managers, etc.
Plans and discusses the execution of strategies.
Meets deadlines set forth by Producers.
Volunteers to back up and/or assist other as needed.
Manages PTO with departmental needs.
Special projects as assigned by Director of Employee Benefits.
Displays commitment and initiative to meet department and agency education goals as set forth in the organization’s education program.

Benefits

Unlimited growth based on your performance.
Ownership in the company in the form of stock via the Houchens Industries ESOP.
Long-term career with substantial development and advancement opportunities.
Opportunity to collaborate within a production team model to ensure efficient operations and optimal output.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
Many more supplemental benefits.
Work-life balance.

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