Hybrid Benefits Analyst

at Brown & Brown Insurance

• Job title: Benefits Analyst
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Houston, United States

About the role

• Benefits Analyst assisting in servicing employee benefits clients, preparing proposals and renewals in Houston, TX with potential for client-facing responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assists Account Executives/Benefits Consultants in preparing requests for proposals, renewals of benefit coverages, contracts, summary plan descriptions, agreements, etc.
• Works with clients and markets to answer questions and resolve issues.
• Performs routine service functions for the clients.
• Confers with Consultant to identify, plan, and develop methods and procedures to obtain greater efficiency and effectiveness of benefit programs.
• Assists Consultant with review of contracts, summary plan descriptions, agreements, etc., for accuracy.
• Identify, plan, and develop methods and procedures to obtain greater efficiency and effectiveness of benefit programs.
• Request and manage benefit renewal delivery and confirmation process.
• Draft benefit marketing, manage process and deliver results to Benefit Consultant.
• Create, review and edit employee benefit guides, presentations and other client communications as requested.
• Support client in open enrollment preparation and execution.
• Provide compliance updates/notices to clients and address questions/requests.
• Manage internal client audit process.
• Participate in market meetings, seminars and training programs as directed.

Requirements

• 1-3+ years’ experience with a thorough understanding and knowledge of employee benefits
• Bachelor’s Degree in related industry preferred and/or equivalent experience
• Basic knowledge of compliance and regulations in the benefits arena
• Proficient with MS Office Suite
• Microsoft Excel – Strong to expert level skills
• Licenses and Certifications: Must obtain and maintain active Life/Accident and Health Insurance Agent License within 90 days of employment.

Benefits

• Health Benefits : Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Financial Benefits : ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
• Mental Health & Wellness : Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
• Beyond Benefits : Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.