Benefits Manager

As a Placement Associate Manager, you will significantly contribute to a client’s benefits strategy through assisting, managing and/or leading the entire vendor/carrier bid, procurement, and negotiation process. You will have opportunities to learn the full spectrum of employer health and group benefit programs including medical, dental, life, and disability. You will interface with vendors and client teams, prepare client deliverables, and ensure quality standards are met for large market clients. The Role Materially contributes to clients’ benefits strategies by leading the entire carrier/vendor bid, procurement, and negotiation process for clients Support WTW Clients on complex, strategic Placement marketings Understands and articulates broader impact of placement strategies and decisions for carrier/vendor marketings (Requests for Information or Requests for Proposal) Applies in-depth knowledge of industry trends, available products/solutions and carrier/vendor differentiators to inform and influence clients’ placement strategies Manages clients’ expectation and relationships positively and effectively Collaborates with Client Service teams and H&B Communities of Expertise (CoEs) to communicate and deliver placement results by preparing teams for meetings or directly co-presenting in meetings Provides quality reviews for placement work created by the Global Delivery Centers (GDCs) and/or other Placement colleagues Maintains/cultivates strong carrier/vendor relationships to enhance WTW’s market position and brand Note: Employment-based non-immigrant visa sponsorship and/or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity. Qualifications The Requirements 3-5+ years’ experience in professional services, ideally gained in a benefit consulting/brokerage firm or insurance vendor/carrier supporting middle market and/or large market clients Intermediate/advanced knowledge of Medical, Dental & Vision programs, including contracts and provisions Intermediate/advanced knowledge of Medical, Dental & Vision vendor/carrier landscape Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and produce quality deliverables on time and within budget Strong client service orientation and ability to manage expectations and relationships both internally and with clients Proven ability to identify and resolve issues with limited information and experience Strong written and verbal communication skills Self-starter attitude and ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong analytical, creative and integrative skills Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint State Life and Health license required within 90 days of joining Relevant industry experience and/or bachelor's degree in finance/math, risk management, human resources or business will be considered in lieu of industry experience This is a remote position with a strong preference for candidates who can support Eastern Time Zone business hours. Candidates located in the Northeast (e.g., New York, New Jersey, or Philadelphia) are preferred. Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, and performance in the role. Compensation The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $85,000 to $100,000 USD per year. This role is also eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus. Company Benefits WTW provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply): Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identify Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program) Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave), Paid Time Off Retirement Benefits: Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k). Certain senior level roles may also be eligible for non-qualified Deferred Compensation and Deferred Savings Plans. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. This position will remain posted for a minimum of three business days from the date posted or until sufficient/appropriate candidate slate has been identified. #J-18808-Ljbffr