Senior Consultant, Employee Health and Benefits

Marsh•Worcester, MA

4d•$92,400 - $172,100•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Consultant on the Employee Health & Benefits (EH&B) team serves as a strategic advisor to clients, helping them design, implement, and manage employee benefit programs that align with their business goals and talent strategies. The role partners closely with clients’ HR and finance leaders to deliver data-driven solutions balancing cost, compliance, and employee engagement. The Senior Consultant advises a portfolio of mid-to-large market clients on plan design, funding, compliance, and vendor management; leads meetings, renewal strategies, and annual planning; evaluates benefit program options; analyzes claims and benchmark data; and helps clients navigate legislative requirements. The position also partners with carriers and vendors, mentors EH&B colleagues, and contributes to business development. The role is described as hybrid and may be eligible for performance-based incentives. The applicable base salary range is $92,400 to $172,100.

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience in employee benefits consulting or a related role within a brokerage, carrier, or HR department.
Strong knowledge of health and welfare plan design, compliance, and funding arrangements.
Exceptional client relationship management skills and executive presence.
Ability to analyze complex data and translate insights into strategic recommendations.
Excellent presentation, negotiation, and communication skills.
Life & Health license, or ability to obtain one upon hire.
Shared commitment to company values: Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Innovation, and Accountability.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary benefits advisor for a portfolio of mid-to-large market clients, providing strategic consulting on plan design, funding, compliance, and vendor management.
Lead client meetings, renewal strategies, and annual planning processes in collaboration with internal account management and analytics teams.
Evaluate and recommend benefit program options, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary benefits.
Analyze claims data and benchmark information to identify cost drivers and develop actionable recommendations.
Support clients in navigating legislative and compliance requirements, including ACA, ERISA, COBRA, and HIPAA.
Partner with carriers and vendors to negotiate renewals and ensure service excellence.
Mentor and serve as a subject matter expert to Consultants, Account Managers, and Analysts on the EH&B team.
Contribute to business development by participating in finalist meetings and assisting with proposals and presentations.