Financial and Actuarial Analyst

IntroductionAt Gallagher Benefit Services, you’re a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it’s shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or advising on workforce challenges, the work you do here creates meaningful change for businesses and the people who power them. We’re a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners; working side by side to solve problems, and shape the future of work. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. If you’re looking for a place where your contribution matters and where you can help build a better world of work; think of Gallagher.How you'll make an impactDemonstrate proficiency at collection of required data and materials needed for the successful completion of various projects at direction and under supervision of team leaders.Analyzing data from carriers on clients, and provide recommendations to account management teams or to clients, in order to effectively negotiate rates and funding levels.Preparing, analyzing and consulting on various client deliverables, as defined by the scope of services of the Financial Benefits Consulting team.Demonstrate understanding of whether or not analysis “makes sense”; can think beyond the numbers on the pageMaintain workflow tracking application or logs, as established by management and departmental guidelines and protocol.Competently and independently review contract documents such as SPDs, administrative agreements, claim exclusions and limitations, etc. in order to determine impact on financial reports.Actively participate in and utilize the peer review process, per departmental guidelines.Conduct any activity for special assignments as assigned by management.Coordinate with and be able to adapt to differences in carriers' underwriting and report teams with regards to managing the planning, timelines, formatting, etc. related to data needed in order to complete requested reports / projects.In conjunction with the GSC Financial Benefits Consulting and the Client Teams, responsible for assisting with collecting data and preparing reports, to demonstrate financial status for identified clients. About YouRequired: Bachelor's degree and 0 years related experience. Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications and Microsoft Office. Preferred: Ability to communicate effectively in a fast paced work environment Excellent oral and written communication skillsAble to take direction from othersTechnical SkillsMust show competency with Microsoft Office, and be able to work in a Windows environmentAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills – Effectively write and use some formulasMust be able to prioritize tasks and to multi-task effectivelyInterpersonal SkillsAbility to communicate effectively in fast pace work environment Excellent communication skills (both orally and in writing)Must be able to persuade others to provide items needed to complete this job within pre-established timeframesSupport corporate, region and/or sub-region initiativesAbility to negotiate and effectively communicate to manage expectationsInitiative to continue growing personally and professionally as our industry changes and business need changesMust demonstrate ability to work professionally as a team member in a group with diverse backgroundsMust have initiative and be properly assertive in presenting new ideasParticipate and assist with regularly scheduled Financial Benefits Consulting Team meetings and Champion calls hosted by Director of Financial Benefits ConsultingDevelop and maintain strong working relationships with all external and internal partners by demonstrating customer focus and work ethic, thereby establishing an environment of trust and reliabilityProvide assistance as needed to any member of the Financial Benefits Consulting team or to any branch location to the extent possible including on site client meetingsEffectively navigate through conflictCompensation and benefitsAt Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.Competitive compensationComprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being Career development opportunities and ongoing learning A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles.Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)