Senior Strategy Consulting Associate

Develop and execute comprehensive, multiyear benefit strategies for large and complex clients Own and manage the client Roadmap and coordinate the stewardship, pre-renewal, marketing, renewal, open enrollment, implementation, and post-renewal cycle Lead client strategy discussions and provide recommendations on funding arrangements, plan design, contribution strategy, employee engagement, vendor solutions, compliance, and cost management Manage annual renewal and marketing processes, including RFPs, proposal analysis, carrier and vendor negotiations, and client recommendations Provide strategic consulting for self-funded and complex funding arrangements Lead provider network analyses and evaluate pharmacy benefit strategies Advise clients on complex leave and disability programs and review ancillary benefit contracts Lead stop-loss placement and ongoing management and monitor stop-loss performance Review utilization, claims, pharmacy, financial, and large claimant reporting to identify trends, risks, and cost drivers Translate complex financial and clinical data into actionable client recommendations Partner with Producers on client meetings, executive presentations, finalist meetings, and new client onboarding Serve as primary strategic contact and escalation point for assigned clients Build relationships with client executives, HR leaders, finance teams, carriers, TPAs, PBMs, stop-loss carriers, and vendors Oversee implementation of benefit program changes, vendors, funding arrangements, and administrative solutions Advise on benefit compliance requirements, including ACA reporting, PCORI fees, ERISA requirements, and DOL audits Maintain knowledge of market trends, benchmarking, legislation, compliance, analytics, vendor solutions, and industry developments Provide guidance, technical support, and training to client service team members Mentor junior consulting staff and support professional development Delegate responsibilities and provide expectations, oversight, and feedback Document meeting outcomes, recommendations, decisions, and follow-up Participate in market meetings, client functions, industry seminars, and professional development programs Perform additional duties and strategic projects as assigned Travel as needed, including occasional overnight travel Conduct meetings outside standard business hours when reasonably required by client needs Requirements Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, healthcare administration, human resources, or a related field preferred L&H license Seven or more years of employee benefits experience within a brokerage, consulting, carrier, TPA, PBM, or related environment Demonstrated experience managing large, complex, and preferably self-funded clients Strong knowledge of self-funded medical plans, ASO arrangements, provider networks, pharmacy benefits, ancillary benefits, stop-loss coverage, and complex leave programs Experience leading benefit renewals, carrier and vendor marketing, financial analysis, contract review, negotiation, and implementation Ability to interpret complex carrier, ASO, PBM, stop-loss, and ancillary contract language and explain financial and operational implications to clients Understanding of benefit needs and contractual considerations for specialized industries and diverse employee populations Ability to develop strategic recommendations using claims, utilization, financial, pharmacy, network, and benchmarking data Strong project management skills, including timeline establishment, stakeholder coordination, prioritization, and accurate execution Ability to manage multiple complex client relationships in a fast-paced environment Strong leadership and mentoring skills Excellent written, verbal, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal communication skills Strong judgment, resourcefulness, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and perform effectively under pressure Ability to collaborate effectively as a team member and team leader Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing comprehensive benefit strategies for large clients, with a strong focus on self-funded plans, compliance, and financial analysis. Proven ability to manage complex client relationships and lead strategic discussions while mentoring junior staff. Highest-signal resume keywords Employee Benefits Experience Self-Funded Medical Plans Project Management Skills Negotiation Skills Leadership and Mentoring ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Financial Analysis Contract Review Benefit Compliance Data Interpretation Pharmacy Benefits Stop-Loss Coverage Utilization Analysis RFP Management Plan Design Funding Arrangements Soft Skills Interpersonal Communication Problem-Solving Attention to Detail Resourcefulness Team Collaboration Certifications & Qualifications L&H License Industry Keywords Brokerage Consulting TPA PBM ACA Reporting ERISA Requirements DOL Audits Employee Engagement Vendor Solutions Market Trends Tools & Technologies Microsoft Excel Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Teams #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor