Office Leader and Managing Consultant

Alera Group•Manchester, NH

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Alera Group is looking for an Office Leader & Managing Consultant to join our growing team. We are seeking a seasoned Employee Benefits consultant to serve as a trusted advisor to clients while also providing leadership within our consulting practice. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys translating complex data into strategic recommendations, building long-term client partnerships, mentoring talent, and driving business growth. Alera Group was founded in 2017 and has grown to become one of the largest privately held insurance brokerage and financial services firms in the U.S. We are passionate about helping our clients succeed across Employee Benefits, Property & Casualty Insurance, Retirement Plan Services, and Wealth Services. With a nationwide network of offices, our collaborative model allows us to offer the strength and resources of a national organization while maintaining the personalized service and local relationships our clients value.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, or equivalent combination of professional experience and education
8+ years of experience managing complex Employee Benefits client relationships
Proven success in client retention, strategic benefits consulting, and team leadership
Deep expertise in underwriting and funding strategies, including fully insured, level-funded, and self-insured plans
Experience advising clients on long-term benefits strategy, financial planning, and market positioning
Active Life & Health License in state of residence required
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with strong working knowledge of PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
Experience with BenefitPoint preferred
Strong financial acumen with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into clear, strategic recommendations
Comfortable presenting financial analysis, claims trends, and benefit strategies to clients and internal stakeholders
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship management skills
Ability to confidently navigate and de-escalate complex or sensitive client conversations
High emotional intelligence with a collaborative, mentorship-oriented leadership style
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities across the full client lifecycle

Nice To Haves

Experience with BenefitPoint preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary strategic advisor for complex client relationships, ensuring alignment with client goals and a consistently high level of service
Lead strategic discussions by translating financial, claims, and market data into clear, actionable recommendations
Develop multi-year benefits strategies that thoughtfully balance cost management, compliance requirements, and employee experience
Identify opportunities to expand client solutions and collaborate across Alera to deliver additional value
Act as a mentor and leader within the consulting practice, helping develop and support the next generation of consultants
Lead annual strategic planning and renewal discussions while partnering with internal teams to design and evolve long-term benefits strategies
Deliver and present financial analyses, including renewals, budgeting, claims trend analysis, and custom modeling to support client decision-making
Provide leadership and oversight to consultants and analysts to ensure strong execution across plan design, funding strategies, vendor negotiations, and client deliverables
Serve as an escalation point for complex client or service-related issues, navigating challenges with professionalism and confidence
Stay current on industry trends, compliance updates, regulatory changes, and market conditions to proactively guide client strategy