Employee Benefits Account Executive

Employee Benefits Account Executive

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

Brown & Brown is seeking an Employee Benefits Account Executive to join our growing team in Irvine or Carpinteria, CA!

The Employee Benefits Account Executive helps customers understand their insurance coverage, supports them with claims and compliance issues, and builds strong relationships while ensuring professionalism and confidentiality.

How You Will Contribute:

• Help customers understand insurance policies/coverages and determine their individual service needs.
• Act as an advocate for customers on employee claim issues and carrier relations.
• Answer customer and carrier questions through all means of communication such as through calls, personal meetings, seminars, etc.
• Educate customers on compliance responsibilities for state and federal laws affecting health plans (ERISA, SPD, COBRA, State Continuation, Medicare, FMLA, HIPAA. Etc.)
• Attend training sessions, courses, etc. to maintain up-to-date skills and licensing requirements.
• Other duties or special projects may be assigned.
• Always conduct the highest level of confidentiality.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Must have, and maintain, current Life & Health Insurance License for required states within six (6) months.

Skills & Experience to Be Successful:

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) with three (3) years of experience in the field of Employee Benefits Administration or high school graduate with a minimum of five (5) years of related experience, other combination of work and/or education will be considered.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of group health and welfare benefit plan coverage, current legislation, rules, laws, and other regulations. Insurance plans, underwriting principals, selection, pricing, rating, and premium calculation.
• Familiarity with complex benefit issues serves as the key contact for customers to resolve them.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Office 365, Word, and Excel.
• BenefitPoint experience or skills to learn software program at an accelerated ability and familiarity with AMS360.
• Exceptional telephone demeanor.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.

Pay Range $80k - $100k Annual

The pay range provided above is made in good faith and based on our lowest and highest annual salary or hourly rate paid for the role and takes into account years of experience required, geography, and/or budget for the role.

Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being

We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:

• Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
• Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
• Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.

Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.

The Power To Be Yourself

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, "The Power to Be Yourself".