Health & Group Benefits Consultant - EB Consulting

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Health & Group Benefits Consultant - EB Consulting based in the United States. The Health & Group Benefits Consultant will play a key role in delivering strategic employee benefits consulting services to corporate, nonprofit, and government clients. This position focuses on health and welfare programs, with particular expertise in leave management, disability insurance, and group life insurance. You will collaborate with consultants and actuaries to manage complex client relationships, optimize benefit plans, and guide organizations through vendor selection, implementation, and regulatory compliance. The role combines senior-level advisory responsibilities with opportunities to strengthen existing partnerships and develop new business. You will work closely with clients, insurance carriers, and internal specialists to deliver tailored solutions that address evolving workforce needs. This fully remote opportunity offers significant professional visibility, business development involvement, and the potential to take on broader leadership responsibilities. It is ideal for an experienced consultant who enjoys solving complex challenges, building trusted relationships, and driving long-term client success. \n Accountabilities

* Manage client relationships and consulting projects: Collaborate with consultants and actuaries to lead or support large, complex Health & Group Benefits engagements, ensuring high-quality service and strong client relationships. * Provide strategic benefits consulting: Advise clients on benefit plan design, program strategy, regulatory compliance, vendor selection, and ongoing vendor management. * Lead vendor search and selection processes: Manage the end-to-end marketing and vendor evaluation process for leave management, disability insurance, and group life programs, with potential responsibility for additional benefit lines based on experience. * Support program implementation: Guide clients through the implementation of new benefit programs and vendor transitions, helping ensure effective execution following the selection process. * Strengthen client and market relationships: Build and maintain productive relationships with current and prospective clients, internal colleagues, actuaries, insurance carriers, and external vendor partners. * Contribute to business development: Identify opportunities to expand consulting services, support cross-selling initiatives, participate in proposal development, and deliver marketing presentations to prospective clients. * Monitor project quality and compliance: Maintain accurate records of project activities and results, follow established procedures, and ensure compliance with applicable peer review and quality standards. * Collaborate across consulting teams: Establish strong working relationships with colleagues across related practice areas to deliver integrated solutions and respond effectively to client needs. * Stay informed on industry developments: Monitor legislative changes, market trends, and emerging issues affecting health and welfare benefits to provide relevant, forward-looking guidance.

Requirements

* Education: A bachelor's degree is preferred. * Professional experience: At least 10 years of demonstrated success in Health & Welfare consulting, particularly in leave management, disability insurance, and group life insurance. Experience with additional employee benefit product lines is an advantage. * Required license: A valid life and health insurance producer license. * Technical expertise: Thorough knowledge of disability, leave management, and group life insurance coverage, including benefit plan design, vendor evaluation, and ongoing program management. * Regulatory knowledge: Strong understanding of federal and state legislation affecting leave and disability programs, including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), and Paid Family and Medical Leave laws. * Vendor management experience: Proven ability to manage the complete vendor search and selection process, from evaluating market options to supporting implementation. * Consulting and analytical skills: Experience working alongside actuaries and other specialists, with strong problem-solving capabilities and the ability to research complex issues and document conclusions. * Communication and presentation: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex benefits, regulatory, and strategic topics to clients and stakeholders. * Project management: Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple complex assignments, manage time-sensitive information, and meet competing deadlines. * Relationship-building abilities: A client-focused approach, sound professional judgment, and the ability to develop productive relationships with internal and external partners. * Autonomy and teamwork: Ability to work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams. * Travel availability: Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% as required.

Benefits

* Competitive annual salary for 2027:

* $137,828-$227,445 for candidates residing in Alaska, California, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York City, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, or Washington, D.C. * $119,850-$197,778 for candidates residing in other locations.

* Medical coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees, eligible dependents, and domestic partners. * Retirement savings: 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit-sharing contributions. * Performance incentives: Eligibility for a discretionary bonus program recognizing employee contributions. * Paid time off: PTO accrual begins on the first day of employment, with 15 days per year for full-time employees and prorated accrual for employees working less than full-time. * Paid holidays: At least 10 paid holidays annually. * Family support: Up to 11 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, along with adoption and fertility assistance. * Life insurance: Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. * Disability protection: Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. * Flexible Spending Accounts: Pre-tax savings options for eligible medical expenses, dependent care, and transportation. * Employee Assistance Program: Confidential resources and support for personal and work-related challenges. * Remote work flexibility: Fully remote position, with the option to work onsite at select office locations if preferred. * Professional development: Access to training, learning resources, mentoring opportunities, and career development support. * Collaborative culture: Opportunities to contribute to professional communities, employee resource groups, and initiatives that promote inclusion and engagement. * Career advancement: High-visibility consulting responsibilities and the opportunity to expand client relationships, contribute to business growth, and develop broader business management capabilities.

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