Senior Benefits Consultant

The Jonus Group•Blue Bell, PA

About The Position

Seeking a highly experienced Senior Benefits Consultant to join a team. This role involves partnering with Boards of Trustees, Fund Offices, and union/employer leadership to guide plan design, financial strategy, compliance, and long-term sustainability. The ideal candidate will thrive in complex environments, build trusted relationships with stakeholders, and bring both strategic vision and technical expertise to client engagements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
15+ years of experience in health & welfare consulting, with significant experience serving Taft-Hartley or multiemployer plans.
Deep understanding of collectively bargained benefit structures and trustee governance models.
Expertise in health plan funding strategies, reserve analysis, contribution modeling, and claims evaluation.
Strong executive presence and experience presenting to Boards of Trustees.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex engagements while advancing client growth opportunities.
Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modeling.
Working knowledge of ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, and multiemployer compliance requirements.

Nice To Haves

CEBS designation or actuarial/underwriting training.
Maryland Health & Life license (or ability to obtain within the first year).
Experience supporting jointly managed labor-management benefit funds.

Responsibilities

Serve as the lead advisor to assigned Taft-Hartley and multiemployer health & welfare plans.
Partner with Boards of Trustees and Fund leadership to develop sustainable benefit strategies.
Conduct and present detailed claims analysis, contribution modeling, and long-term funding projections.
Lead renewal strategy, carrier negotiations, and vendor performance management.
Design and implement medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and specialty benefit programs.
Guide trustees through regulatory requirements, including ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, and other multiemployer regulations.
Prepare and present financial reports, benchmarking analyses, and strategic recommendations at trustee meetings.
Oversee RFP processes and vendor transitions, ensuring alignment with fund objectives.
Collaborate with internal teams to deliver actuarial, underwriting, compliance, and analytics services.
Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and cultivate new Taft-Hartley business opportunities.
Participate in finalist presentations, industry conferences, and relationship-building within the labor and multiemployer community.
Mentor consultants and analysts supporting Taft-Hartley engagements.