Benefits Account Manager (onsite)
GTM Payroll Services Inc
- Clifton Park, NY
- $25.00-38.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Act as the main liaison between clients, carriers, and internal teams for all benefit-related matters
- Manage a variety of group benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary benefits
- Coordinate and execute the renewal process: collect quotes, create proposals, and present strategic recommendations
- Lead open enrollment planning, employee education sessions, and onboarding support
- Troubleshoot billing, eligibility, claims, and enrollment issues with carriers and vendors
- Ensure accurate and timely delivery of all client materials, including compliance notices and plan documents
- Keep up-to-date with regulatory requirements (ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA) and advise clients accordingly
- Maintain detailed records in the agency management system
- Support Producers in developing benefit strategies for prospective clients
- Work collaboratively with Account Executives, Producers, and Compliance Specialists
- 2-4 years of experience in group benefits, insurance, or HR benefits administration
- Deep understanding of group benefits products, quoting practices, and compliance requirements
- Familiarity with underwriting, renewal cycles, and benefits documentation
- Strong communication and relationship management skills
- High attention to detail and excellent problem-solving ability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of agency management systems (such as Applied Epic) a plus
- Life & Health Insurance License (or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire)
- Bachelor's degree in Business, HR, or a related field preferred
- Clients view you as a trusted advisor and consistently rely on your expertise
- You proactively anticipate client needs and resolve issues before they arise
- You make insurance concepts easy to understand and actionable for clients
- Your organizational and time-management skills allow you to juggle multiple priorities smoothly