Benefits Specialist - Hybrid (Hartford, CT)

Are you looking to accelerate your career without having to hide your authentic self - a place where you can be you? A career that’s making a bigger impact on the world? At OneDigital, we are on a mission to help people do their best work and live their best lives. From the services we offer to the way we show up for each other each day, we are fueling dreams, achieving big goals, and embracing each other’s truest selves.We understand that pursuing a new job is a big deal. Maybe you’re afraid you won’t fit in. Well, here’s the good news. For us, the days of “fit in to get in” are over and being different is not a barrier to getting ahead. Greatness comes in all shapes, sizes, colors, and experience levels. If you are looking for a people-first culture that is wired for growth, driven to serve, and totally committed to having your back, give us a shot. Your best life awaits.Our Newest Opportunity:The Benefits Specialist is responsible for day to day management of their assigned book of business. The Benefits Specialist works closely and collaboratively with the internal service team, Benefits Consultants and/or Client Executives to ensure service deliverables meet and exceed client expectations. The Benefits Specialist serves as the clients’ main point of contact for any benefit- related service needs. This role will help shape processes for clients growth and scale and will focus on providing a system of accurate employee benefits communications.Essential Duties and Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):• Manages and maintains assigned book of business• Serves in an advisory capacity for employees• Delegates work assignments to internal service team members• Works closely with Benefits Consultants and/or Client Executives to manage the entire renewal process• Manages day to day client issues and assists with sensitive C-suite claims issues• Manages the open enrollment process and conducts enrollment meetings as needed• Conducts regular face-to-face meetings with clients• Advises clients in reducing costs while offering competitive benefits options• Ensure compliance to benefit related regulation• Creates clear and concise communications for employees• Updates and maintains benefit information systems• Streamline operational processes for day to day inquiries• Effectively and efficiently manages complex accounts and high-level service deliverables• Provides leadership within the extended service team• Collaborating with various carriers to resolve any issues• Train new employees/staff on benefitsQualifications, Skills and Requirements:• Must be self-motivated and disciplined• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills• Possess strong organizational skills• Must be very detail-oriented• Demonstrate leadership capabilities• Ability to work with clients at a strategic level• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environmentEducation, Training and Experience:• 2+ years’ experience in with benefit administration• Prior experience in broker agency or benefit administration firm, required• Current Life and Health license, required• Thorough knowledge of health and ancillary products; required• Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office products; required• Bachelor’s Degree, preferred• Experience with database applications, a plus.Other:Licensed roleYour base pay is dependent upon your skills, education, qualifications, professional experience, and location. In addition to base pay, some roles are eligible for variable compensation, commission, and/or annual bonus based on your individual performance and/or the company’s performance. We also offer eligible employees health, wellbeing, retirement, and other financial benefits, paid time off, overtime pay for non-exempt employees, and robust learning and development programs. You will receive reimbursement of job-related expenses per the company policy and may receive employee perks and discounts.To learn more, visit: www.onedigital.com/careersThank you for your interest in joining the OneDigital team!