Benefits Market Analyst at Unison Risk Advisors

Cleveland, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organizational Skills, Attention To Detail, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Resourcefulness, Decision Making, Reasoning Skills, Mathematical Processing, Process Orientation, Relationship Building, Negotiation, Data Evaluation, RFP Preparation

Industry

Insurance

Description

Job Summary: Responsible to coordinate the marketing and placement of a client’s employee benefit programs; prepares and presents RFPs to carriers to obtain quotes that meet the needs of existing and prospective clients; consults with team members to identify solutions that minimize risk and maximize cost effectiveness. A Day in The Life: Evaluates client data and coverage specifications to prepare RFPs (Request For Proposal) for submission to multiple insurance carriers. Obtains quotes for appropriate insurance coverages that include various benefit products and funding mechanisms. Reviews existing policies comprised of multiple product coverages including but not limited to medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, ancillary, and stop loss, and any new coverages needed to meet client plan objectives; compiles a complete, concise and understandable report for market submission. Evaluates and interprets the client's claim loss experience and any related financial information to ensure all data needed has been accurately identified and included in the RFP. Submits the RFP to the market, communicating the client's objectives; responds to any related questions and maintains collaborative relationships with all carriers and key business partners. Builds relationships with carrier partners to develop partnership and trust to enable collaborative working environment to best support the client needs Collaborates with Service Team to negotiate optimal pricing, policy provisions, terms and conditions Summarizes carrier quotations by comparing and interpreting policy design, provisions, terms and exclusions, and develops a coverage comparison document for client proposal and presentation. Knowledgeable in the changing insurance marketplace and each carrier’s portfolio make-up and risk preference; remains current in their financial strength and risk appetite. Evaluates network providers, service access and discount information to match client needs with the service deliverables required. Uses required agency systems to submit and track quote activity; ensures timely and complete responses; proactively works with service team to identify pipeline of future activity. Assists in the performance of peer reviews for other Benefits Market Analyst. What You’ll Need: · Bachelor degree in Business Administration or Communications from a four-year college or university · Three to five years or more of related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience. · Prior Experience Specifically Required o Familiarity with business-to-business insurance products and the carrier marketplace Who You Are: The specific personal traits required to accomplish the essential duties of this job successfully include: · Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize high work volume · Attention to detail, prepares quality and accurate information · Performs effectively with competing deadlines · Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills · Demonstrated resourcefulness when working independently and on a team · Effective decision-making and reasoning skills · Technical strength in understanding, and processing mathematical information · Process oriented to drive efficient workflow · Develops and maintains collaborative internal and external relationships

Responsibilities

The role is responsible for coordinating the marketing and placement of employee benefit programs by preparing and presenting RFPs to carriers to secure quotes that meet client needs. This involves evaluating client data, obtaining quotes for various insurance coverages, and compiling concise reports for market submission.