Columbia, SC, USA
77 days ago
Employee Benefits Account Manager

ABOUT HUB INTERNATIONAL:

HUB International Limited (“HUB”) is the 5th largest global insurance and employee benefits broker, providing a broad array of property, casualty, risk management, life and health, employee benefits, investment and wealth management products and services. With over 18,000 employees in 500+ offices throughout North America, HUB has grown substantially, in part due to our industry leading success in Mergers and Acquisitions.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

At HUB we believe in investing in the future of our employees.  Our entrepreneurial culture fosters an environment of open feedback and improvement that empowers our people to make the best decisions for our customers and organization.  We offer:

Competitive salaries and benefits offeringsMedical/dental/vision insurance and voluntary insurance optionsHealth Savings Account funding401k matching programCompany paid Life and Short-Term Disability PlansSupplemental Life and Long-Term Disability OptionsComprehensive Wellness ProgramPaid Parental LeaveGenerous PTO Package - Vacation, Holiday, Sick, and Personal Time OffGreat work/life balance because that’s important for all of us!Focus on creating a meaningful environment through employee engagement eventsThe ability to be a part of a motivated, winning team with the opportunity to learn from colleagues who are amongst the top talent in the industry!Growth potential - HUB is constantly growing and so can your career!A rewarding career that helps local businesses in the communityStrong community support and involvement through HUB Gives

SUMMARY:

HUB International’s Employee Benefits Account Manager (EBAM) is the first level and primary customer facing service interface for our customers.  The position requires a high degree of customer service, problem solving, and communications skills and works under the direction and supervision of the Employee Benefits Service Manager (EBSM).  This position is part of the Service organization and supports HUB’s clients and their employees, by resolving all service matters.  The EBAM also acts as HUB’s liaison with the insurance carriers for all matters relating to the servicing and maintenance of HUB’s client base.

Typical functions for this role include but are not limited to processing and answering customer requests for services and complaints, ensuring prompt resolution of problems, managing service response escalations both internally and from the various insurance carriers for employer/client health plans, and capturing all service-related activities in the BenefitPoint agency management software.

The primary goal for the EBAM role is to support the Service operations and effectively service and maintain HUB’s client relationships.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works directly with clients and employees to answer questions and resolve their issues.Loads and maintains all service activities in BenefitPoint.Resolves enrollment and termination issues.Acts as a liaison with insurance carriers to resolve claim issues, billing issues, and other service matters.Provides members with assistance for appeals and other service matters.Answers or escalates questions to obtain accurate answers related to legislation and benefit laws regarding HIPAA, COBRA, and FMLA.Works with service teams and service team members to ensure continuity of workflow and processes between teams and to make sure adequate support, coverage and backup are in place at all times.Maintains an assigned book of cases and stays in regular contact with all key client contacts to build solid relationships.Proactively calls key contacts to check-in and for fact finding.Assists with the training of new hires in their duties.Prepares reports giving details of complaints and service requests on a monthly basis.Shares new and unique information with other HUB service team members.Maintains organized filing systems and timely submits all employee paperwork.All other duties and special projects as assigned.

EDUCATION, LICENSING OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

2-5+ years of experience in employee benefits including a strong knowledge of employee benefit plans, ancillary coverages, and current legislationHighly organized, technical and analytical skillsAbility to operation independently and in a team settingClient service mentality with active listening skills and able to effective communicate with clients, team members, and managementVery comfortable with typical business technology including voice mail, e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation softwareProficient with using Microsoft Office products especially Excel, Outlook, and Publisher. Must also be comfortable with Adobe Acrobat StandardValid Life/Health Insurance Producer License preferredExcellent written and verbal communication skillsBachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred; High School Diploma requiredTravel negligible. Must be willing to travel within the Carolinas.LA&H License preferred. Must have or be willing to obtain a NC/SC Life and Health Insurance License within 60 days of employment.

Department Account Management & Service

Required Experience: 2-5 years of relevant experience

Required Travel: Negligible

Required Education: High school or equivalent

HUB International Limited is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement is available here at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm .

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