Senior Consultant

Bolton Partners Inc • Towson, MD

2d • $165,000 - $220,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Bolton is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant to lead and deliver strategic consulting services across a broad portfolio of Health & Welfare benefits programs. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who enjoys partnering with clients, leading teams, and shaping long-term benefits strategies in a dynamic consulting environment.

As a Senior Consultant, you will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding plan design, financial strategy, vendor negotiations, and implementation – while mentoring junior staff and supporting business development efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
• 15+ years of experience in health & welfare consulting, brokerage, or carrier environments
• Deep expertise in group health plan strategy, pricing, and financial analysis
• Proven success managing complex client relationships and multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong presentation, communication, and executive-level consulting skills
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and mentoring junior staff
• Working knowledge of benefits administration platforms and healthcare compliance (ACA)
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Nice To Haves

• CEBS designation or actuarial/underwriting training
• Maryland Health & Life license (or ability to obtain within first year)
• Maryland Health Exchange Agent/Broker certification (or commitment to obtain)

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary consultant and relationship manager for assigned client groups
• Lead consulting engagements across medical, pharmacy, dental, life, disability, vision, FSA/HSA, voluntary benefits, and reinsurance
• Drive claims analysis, renewal strategy, and financial modeling to support long-term client decision-making
• Manage RFPs, vendor searches, and carrier negotiations on behalf of clients
• Oversee plan implementations, open enrollment strategies, and employee communications
• Present complex financial and compliance topics clearly to client leadership teams
• Identify cost drivers, utilization trends, benchmarking insights, and plan design opportunities
• Stay current on healthcare marketplace trends, ACA requirements, and regulatory changes
• Mentor and develop junior consultants and analysts
• Support client development and growth efforts, including finalist presentations and conferences

Benefits

• Family medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match (after 6 months)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Hybrid telework arrangements
• Monthly fitness stipend
• Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees