Account Manager, Group Benefits Consulting

at  First Canadian Insurance Corporation

First Canadian is a national organization and we are experiencing unprecedented growth!
We aim to hire bright, hard-working people who share our values. We seek employees who are committed to learning, career growth, and opportunity. We take pride in being an organization that our employees support long-term. We believe in our employees and celebrate their success by asking for employee opinions and feedback so that we continue to be a Great Place to Work.

We award our team with the following:

• Off work 1 hour early on Fridays.
• Earned Time-Off Program and vacation.
• Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match.
• On-site gym including free weekly classes with a qualified trainer.
• Newly renovated facility with ergonomic desks/chairs.
• Educational assistance and career development.
• Employee benefits.
• Health and Wellness spending account.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• A Culture Team dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and employee programs.
• Employee recognition and appreciation events.

Check out our company page for all the information on why we believe First Canadian is an employer of choice!
If you are motivated to succeed by helping people, then this is the opportunity for you!
Under the direction of the Manager, Group Consulting and based in downtown Edmonton, the Account Manager, Group Consulting builds and maintains relationships with new and existing clients. This position provides information and guidance on all aspects of group benefits plan design, implementation and ongoing support.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-8 years of related industry experience with in-depth knowledge of group benefit products, financial mechanisms as well as applicable legislation across Canada.
• Post-secondary education in Business Administration or equivalent experience considered an asset.
• Life and Accident and Sickness licensed; multiple jurisdictions would be an asset. For applicants with sufficient relevant experience, licensing to be completed within the first 3 months of employment with First Canadian.
• Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) designation or Group Benefits Associate (GBA) considered an asset.
• Experience within a brokerage, consulting, and carrier environment considered a strong asset.
• Proficiency in MS Office products with intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Fluent in English/French considered an asset.
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Clean driving record and valid class 5 license.
• Ability to travel on occasion out of town or some overnight travel.
  Thank you for considering our organization.
  We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. Accommodations are available upon request.

• Meet with current and prospective clients to obtain employee benefit data, plan design, employee census data, cost-sharing arrangements, premium/rate structure, historical premiums, claims, and experience data.
• Review and analyze plan designs; provide comments, recommendations and advice.
• Design customized employee benefit plans for organizations while being cognizant of budget restraints.
• Compile and summarize information for submission to underwriting team.
• Assist in presenting employee benefit proposals to First Canadian clients and prospective clients; solicit their business.
• Transition new clients from existing carrier to First Canadian.
• Draft employee communications and coordinate with clients.
• Coordinate employee enrollment with client human resources staff.
• Answering general employee benefits queries from First Canadian clients.
• Assist client and First Canadian with employee claims or claims management issues.
• Build and establish relationships within the First Canadian team and with external partners.
• Support sales and business development team in selling and quoting new business.
• Support client management team as required.
• Other duties as required.