Client Relationship Consultant - Group Benefits (Remote from within the Detroit, MI market)

Client Relationship Consultant In Group Benefits

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to make a significant impact as a Client Relationship Consultant in Group Benefits? If you are a highly motivated and ambitious professional, we have an exceptional role for you! We are seeking top talent in the Detroit, MI area for this opening. At Principal Financial Group, we are committed to delivering flawless service and providing world-class solutions to our clients. As a Client Relationship Consultant, you will play a critical role in partnering closely with our Sales team and top-level Broker partners to develop and implement customized strategies. Your main responsibilities will include delivering upon a strategic relationship plan that includes quarterly/annual goals, providing expert renewal analysis & delivery, delivering outstanding service, and selling new lines of business. In this role, you will have the opportunity to establish yourself as a knowledgeable industry expert and consultant in the field of group benefits. Your expertise and consultative approach will play a vital role in managing an assigned block of in-force group business. Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. Our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years!

Bachelor's degree or equivalent plus 4+ years related experience (group benefits and/or account management experience preferred). Must be able to acquire and maintain all required state licenses within 90 days. Active life/health license preferred. Must have excellent persuasion, interpersonal, problem-solving, decision-making, time management, presentation, listening, and oral/written communication skills, as well as analytical skills. Advanced math skills required with basic skills related to graphs, symbols, equations, etc. Intermediate computer skills and knowledge of business unit applications preferred. Maintain accuracy while being detail oriented. Ability to maintain confidentiality is essential. Travel required (approx. 25%), including overnight stays and time out in the market in face-to-face contact with customers and brokers.

Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Salary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly) $62000 - $84000 / year

Flexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don't accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided. Pension Eligible Yes

Location & Work Environment: We are hiring for talent within Detroit, MI. Outside of expected work travel, this role will operate in a remote environment.

Work Authorization/Sponsorship: At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc.

Principal At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we're imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being.

Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.