Benefits Coordinator Jobs

Who We Are:

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Summary of Role:

As a Benefits Coordinator you will have the opportunity to be part of a training class, learning the ins and outs of the Benefits industry. You will work closely with account teams, assisting with the day-to-day servicing of our clients. This is an amazing opportunity to start in an entry level role and grow with us!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complete and process group applications and Broker of Record letters, as directed by the Account Manager
• Creates and maintain client files in accordance with office procedures.
• Maintain library of life and benefits magazine publications, insurance company newsletters, legislative updates, and reference materials.
• Assists with problem resolution on claims, billing and eligibility issues with carriers
• Attend seminars and classes related to the department and to maintain L&H License.
• Enrollment fulfillment during renewal and new business onboarding process
• Assist Account Teams in their preparation for client meetings by reviewing presentations for grammar, verification of rates and benefits and ensuring formatting is appropriate.
• Assists in research of questions regarding benefits and vendor/carrier products and services.
• Reviews client documents and summary of benefits and coverage for accuracy under the direction of more senior team members
• Assist Account Manager in preparing insurance company proposal requests and spreadsheeting results, benefits and rates.
• May have direct contact with vendors or clients for clerical and administrative assistance.
• Participate in training regarding carrier products and systems
• May have direct contact with clients for open enrollments administration, as a support to the Account Manager.
• Create and maintain client calendar, remind more senior team members of important dates to ensure completion of pending items and future deliverables.
• Assists Account Managers with client projects such as implementation of new business, open enrollment process, non-discrimination testing, etc.
• Gains exposure to clients and carrier contacts; attends meetings and calls, does not take active role
• Assist Account Managers in the gathering of form 5500 information, maintain 5500 calendar and tracker, reach out to carriers when needed
• Answers administrative questions from clients and/or insurance company personnel such as ID card request, claims or billing questions
• Coordinate client mailings, communications or packets related to Open Enrollment, as directed by the Account Manager.
• Assist Account Manager in preparing insurance company proposal requests and spreadsheeting proposals.
• Create and maintain files and client data; maintain client data Salesforce, as directed by Account Manager

Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities:

• Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Knowledge of benefits administration, HealthCare Reform, industry trends, carrier products and service
• Ability to work independently and anticipate client and team needs
• Commanding presentation and public speaking abilities
• Diligent follow up skills
• Effective time management and decision making skills
• Ability to express ideas clearly in both written and oral communications

Education and/or Experience:

• More than 2 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High School or equivalent

Certificates, Licenses, Registration:

• License is generally not required at this level but may be required by state law

What We Offer:

We're proud to offer a competitive salary, PTO & paid holidays, 401(k) with match, exclusive discount programs, health & wellness programs, and more. Our PeopleFirst culture focuses on building and nurturing lifelong relationships with our employees because, at the end of the day, we exist to be there for others.

The base salary range for this position is $41,000 – $69,000. The base salary offered will be determined by factors including, but not limited to, experience, credentials, education, certifications, skill level required for the position, the scope of the position, and geographic location. Actual base salary offered will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

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NFP is an inclusive Equal Employment Opportunity employer.