Now Hiring - United Insurance - Employee Benefits Account Manager - Portland in Yarmouth, ME

Full description of the position

United Insurance is hiring an Employee Benefits Account Manager to join their agency located in Yarmouth, Maine. The Account Manager is responsible for day-to-day management of their assigned book of business. While working as a team member in the Employee Benefits Division, the Account Manager works closely and collaboratively with all other team members to ensure service deliverables meet and exceed client expectations and will serve as the clients’ main point of contact for any benefit-related service needs.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manages and maintains assigned book of business in conjunction with internal team members
• Works closely with Benefits Consultants to assist with the renewal process
• Researches and resolves day to day client issues
• Conducts enrollment meetings as needed
• Assists clients with 5500 forms and other compliance filings, as applicable
• Assists in growing the book of business through cross-sale opportunities when available
• Builds relationships with clients through proactive communications
• Effectively and efficiently manages complex accounts and high-level service deliverables

Requirements:

• Must be self-motivated and disciplined
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess strong organizational skills
• Must be very detail-oriented
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Experience:

• 1+ years’ experience in account management or in a consultative role, required
• Prior experience in broker agency or benefit administration firm, preferred
• Current Life and Health license, preferred
• Thorough knowledge of health and ancillary products, preferred
• Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office products, required
• Familiarity and practical knowledge of quoting process and tools, preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree, preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: One location