Employee Benefits Consultant

at  Acera Insurance Services Ltd

We put our people first. As an employer of choice, Acera Benefits offers an outstanding workplace and employee culture that creates valuable opportunities for all employees.

Our people are:

• Encouraged to challenge the status quo and never stop learning in their commitment to excellence.
• Empowered with a sense of accountability and autonomy to take ownership of their work.
• Treated with respect and act with integrity by putting clients, colleagues, and community first.
• Recognized for their achievements and celebrate festivities, big and small, to make work fun.

As a specialty division of Acera Insurance, we also proudly offer most employees the opportunity to become owners. With over 650 employee owners, Acera Insurance is the only Canadian brokerage that is widely owned by its employees. Our employee owners have a vested interest and get to share in Acera Insurance’s success — which they make possible.
Join our award-winning network of over 1,200 professionals across Canada and change the way people feel about insurance.

COMPETENCIES & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field
• Life License Qualification Program (LLQP)
• 5+ years of experience in employee benefits consulting or related role
• Strong understanding of employee benefits laws and regulations
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts to diverse audiences
• Proven track record of building and maintaining successful client relationships
• Group Benefits Associate (GBA) or Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS)
  Acera Insurance is the largest independent, employee-controlled brokerage in Canada. With over 60 locations across British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Nova Scotia, and the Yukon, and $1 billion in gross written premium, our team provides individuals, families and businesses unbiased insurance and risk management solutions that have a distinct Canadian perspective. Our collaborative work structure combines our people’s strength and expertise to offer greater value, knowledge, and resources to our personal and commercial clients nationwide, including comprehensive group benefits.
  Acera Benefits is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to all forms of diversity in the workplace. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, earning trust and confidence as a trusted advisor by acting on what is best for the client
• Serve as a subject-matter expert on benefits related matters, staying current with industry trends and best practices
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients’ current benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans and wellness initiatives
• Analyze data and industry trends, identify opportunities for better offerings and cost savings for clients
• Develop and present solutions tailored to clients’ unique needs
• Assist clients with the design, implementation, and education of employee benefits and retirement programs