Senior Associate, Health & Benefits Consultant

Bridge Specialty Group•San Diego, CA

About The Position

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Brown and Brown is seeking a Senior Associate, Health & Benefits to join our growing team in San Diego, CA or Las Vegas, NV . As a Senior Associate, Health & Benefits, you will serve as a core member of our consulting team and a trusted advisor to mid-size and large employer clients. You will lead day-to-day project delivery and client interactions while helping drive business outcomes, contribute to strategic plan development, and strengthen long-term partnerships. This role blends client service excellence with operational execution and offers a growth path toward senior consulting leadership.

Requirements

6+ years of progressive experience in health & benefits consulting, brokerage, or carrier/vendor environment
Bachelor’s degree
In-depth understanding of health and welfare plan design, funding, compliance, underwriting, and vendor management
Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, synthesize data and strategy, and communicate insights to client stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to build trust with HR leaders, procurement teams, and C-level executives
Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools
State Life and Health license within 90 days of employment

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CEBS) preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary or day-to-day contact for a portfolio of client relationships, with accountability for project execution, deliverables, and overall satisfaction
Support and lead the development of multi-year benefits strategies aligned to client goals, market trends, and organizational objectives
Facilitate vendor selection, procurement, negotiation, and implementation processes for medical, pharmacy, dental, disability, life, and voluntary benefits
Interpret claims, pricing, and actuarial data; translate findings into actionable recommendations that improve cost efficiency, member outcomes, and plan sustainability
Develop and deliver compelling client presentations and reports that synthesize data, policy, and strategy in clear and effective formats
Partner with compliance, population health, pharmacy, communications, and data teams to deliver holistic consulting services and cross-functional insights
Serve as a point of escalation for service delivery issues, collaborating with vendors and internal resources to resolve problems proactively
Mentor and guide junior team members, ensuring quality standards, professional growth, and client responsiveness
Contribute to business development efforts, including responding to RFPs, preparing presentations, and identifying new service opportunities within existing client portfolios