Employee Benefits Account Manager Large Group
Cedar Rapids, IA - USA
Job Summary
Are you a detail-oriented problem solver who thrives on building strong client relationships TrueNorth is seeking an Account Manager to join our Employee Benefits team in either Cedar Rapids IA or Des Moines IA. TrueNorth uses our core values of Exceptionalism Collaboration and Resourcefulness to enthusiastically serve our clients colleagues and communities. Our ideal candidates are hungry humble and smart!
About TrueNorth Companies:
Our clients face great risk and big opportunities. They seek leadership integrity and real results. For twenty years TrueNorth has met our clients needs by providing innovative strategies and a personal connection to those we serve. Our integrated platform of risk management employee benefits and personal financial strategies creates a multifaceted approach to address todays ever-changing complexities. Come join our amazing team!
What TrueNorth Offers:
TrueNorth offers a lineup of excellent benefits to all full-time employees including:
- Annual Bonus
- Medical Dental Vision Life and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Contributions
- Responsible Time Off (RTO): Flexible time off with a required minimum to ensure rest and balance plus 11 paid holidays
- Paid Volunteer Time Off and Donation Match Program
- Tuition reimbursement and paid certifications licenses designations
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness program with financial incentives
- Hybrid Work Schedule
- $3000 Referral Bonus
Essential Job Functions:
- Manage a book of self funded and fully insured business with a proactive client service approach ensuring all deadlines and service standards are met
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients producers and service teams; respond to questions regarding policies and services
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients carriers and internal partners
- Maintain accurate records of policies renewals payments and related documentation
- Stay current on industry trends regulations tools and resources to effectively advise and support clients
- Coordinate firm resources (Claims Legal Safety Marketing Technology etc.) to deliver on client needs and purchased services
- Assist with marketing placement and renewal of new and existing business in accordance with established workflows
- Support client lifecycle projects including preparing materials for recurring client meetings
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and enhance the overall client experience
- Travel to client sites carrier meetings and regional offices as needed; perform other duties as assigned
Credentials:
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Two or four-year degree preferred.
- Experience in managing a book of Employee Benefits accounts required
- Proficient with Microsoft Office including Word Excel Outlook and basic PowerPoint functions.
- Prior customer service experience required.
- One year of experience with agency management system or CRM preferred preferably EPIC.
- L&H license required
Skills:
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to solve problems effectively.
- Highly collaborative while also capable of working independently with focus and determination.
- Demonstrates professionalism confidentiality and a strong work ethic in all situations.
- Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
- Flexible and adaptable maintaining positivity and focus in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated with proven leadership skills and the ability to guide others toward success.
Why TrueNorth
We are a company focused on developing our people and growing the business. We offer a competitive benefit package wellbeing programs and incentives and a positive work culture.
TrueNorth is honored to be recognized by the Corridor Business Journal as one of the Coolest Places to Work!
Click here to view a video about TrueNorths Core Values & what they mean to us.
TrueNorth makes all employment-related decisions on the basis of qualifications merit and business need and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race color creed sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age religion national origin citizenship status disability ancestry marital status veteran status medical condition or any other category protected local state or federal laws.
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Required Experience:
IC
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