Employee Benefits Consultant

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 impactThe Consultant is a client-facing role within Gallagher Benefits Services, responsible for contributing to the delivery of strategic, optimized employee benefit solutions by applying industry knowledge, analytical insights and Gallagher’s consulting frameworks. This role is a critical contributor to the full client experience, including supporting benefit strategy development, renewal execution, financial analysis, compliance planning and ongoing consultative engagement. The Consultant partners closely with Producers, Client Executives, service team members and subject matter experts to ensure solutions align with client objectives, while leveraging the full spectrum of Gallagher tools and resources.This role combines technical execution with consultative judgment, requiring the ability to translate data, market trends and plan design considerations into clear, actionable recommendations. The Consultant plays an active role in client discussions, leads structured meetings such as renewals and annual strategic planning sessions, and supports the application of best-in-class consulting methodologies to drive consistency and quality across the client lifecycle.You willPrioritize client satisfaction in all interactions to ensure client needs are understood, deadlines are met, proactive communication is occurring and work quality is superiorUtilize financial and clinical data to identify, evaluate and develop renewal and financial strategies in partnership with our clientsServe as a consistent consulting presence for assigned clients, explaining rationale and coaching othersTake ownership of assigned deliverables and follow through on commitmentsUnderstand and explain financial analysis and underwriting concepts based on funding status of aligned clientsUtilize the suite of Gallagher resources to inform strategic opportunities based on client objectivesDemonstrate understanding and forethought during problem resolution and identification / development of distinctive solutionsDelegate and provide clear instructions and timelines for projects to team members, giving and receiving feedback along the wayReview work completed by others for accuracy and completenessBuild and maintain collaborative relationships internally, with clients and with vendor contactsMaintain awareness of opportunities to solve client challenges more broadly and further strengthen the relationshipAbout YouRequired: Bachelor's degree with 7+ years client service. Must hold appropriate licensing as required. Proficiency necessary in Microsoft office applications and in using technology as a tool to maximize productivity and quality. Previous experience in managing client relationships essential. Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.Preferred Experience:Insurance knowledge as well as solid financial acumen8+ years client management experience in the insurance industryPreferred Behaviors:Ability to travel up to 25% of the timeYou have strong analytical capability, critical thinking skills, business and financial acumen and a client-first mindsetYou demonstrate professionalism, accountability and adaptabilityYou are collaborative, intellectually curious, receptive to feedback and committed to continuous learningYou have the ability to see around corners and create meaningful stories based on dataYou build trust with clients and internal partners through preparation, follow-through and reliable consulting supportYou are willing to go the “Extra Mile” to achieve results that benefit the client, the Branch and GallagherCompensation 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)