Associate Benefits Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a motivated self-starter with a passion for helping people and a drive to succeed in sales? The Centennial Group, a comprehensive employee benefits firm based in Lansing, MI, is looking for individuals to develop into the role of Employee Benefits Specialist —a consultative sales position focused on building client relationships and delivering value through tailored benefit solutions.

This is a sales-driven role where your success is rewarded through performance-based compensation.

What We Offer

• $40,000 base salary
• Bonus and upside commission structure – strong performers have significant earning potential
• Ongoing training and mentorship to set you up for long-term success
• Access to a state-of-the-art platform to support client acquisition and retention
• A collaborative and professional team environment

What You’ll Do

• Prospect and build relationships with business owners and HR teams
• Present and sell employee benefits solutions tailored to each organization
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them attract and retain top talent
• Manage the sales process from initial contact through ongoing account support

What We’re Looking For

• Interest or experience in sales, business development, or client service
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Self-motivated with a growth mindset
• Willingness to learn and grow within the employee benefits industry

Join a company where your effort directly impacts your income, and your work helps businesses create better workplaces.

$40,000 - $85,000

• Analyze employee benefits data to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and legal requirements
• Develop and conduct benefits orientations and training for new employees to ensure understanding and utilization of the benefits packages
• Assist employers with benefits-related inquiries and issues in a timely and professional manner to maintain employer/employee satisfaction
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes to recommend adjustments to benefit programs for optimal employee retention and attraction

• 2+ years of sales or benefit administration experience
• Knowledge of HR regulations and compliance
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Salesforce and MS Office Suite Competencies
• US Work Authorization
• Community leadership

We are a respected employee benefits consulting firm with over 55 years of experience. Our proven track record of providing comprehensive solutions to small-to-medium-sized business owners is a hallmark of our success. With a strong infrastructure, back-office support, and industry expertise, we help clients meet their goals of attracting and retaining key talent.

• Advanced Technology: State-of-the-art tools and systems assist our benefit consultants in streamlining their clients' benefit processes and employee education to maximize their benefit costs.
• Broad Product Offerings: As a non-proprietary firm, we offer a diverse portfolio of healthcare, group life, disability, dental, and vision insurance plans from traditional carriers in the marketplace. This ensures our ability to meet clients' needs.