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Lockton · 10 hours ago

Benefits Analyst

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Lockton is a leading insurance brokerage firm, and they are seeking a Benefits Analyst to join their Northeast Series. This entry-level position is designed for recent graduates or professionals with relevant insurance experience, focusing on providing client service and renewal support as part of the Career Foundations Program.

Auto InsuranceInsuranceRisk Management

No H1B

Responsibilities

Responds to Client’s inquiries, maintaining documentation of communications, existing issues, and issue resolutions

Provides Client service aligned with Lockton Northeast processes/protocols as it relates to the client engagement strategy including support as part of the client service team from strategy planning through to renewal

Sends compliance communications as needed

Manages open enrollment communications process including presentation support

Reviews plan documents and materials for accuracy

Responds to emails in timely manner (within 24 hours)

Updates client call logs

Sets expectations with internal team on deliverable format, timing, etc.; completes tasks within deadlines and communicating to team if they anticipate any challenges meeting deliverables

Develops proficiency in benchmarking, 5500 preparations, marketings, cost report, and other tools outlined in Client Engagement workbook

Completes the Career Foundations Program (CFP) within 2 years

Attends all training sessions; drive engagement and build a relationship with mentor

Gains entry level knowledge of employee benefits and group insurance

Develops a basic understanding of Lockton and the services we provide

Performs other responsibilities and duties as needed

Solicit feedback regularly from team and actively make progress towards goals

Take meeting notes and send out within 24 hours

Exhibit an eagerness and enthusiasm to learn and be a part of a team

Display strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing

Excel at multi-tasking, adapt to change and work on tight deadlines to meet our clients’ needs

Manage time effectively, prioritize and ensure that deadlines are met without compromising quality

Exhibit intellectual curiosity

Take initiative to solve problem independently before seeking help

Actively participate in the Career Foundations Program

Pursue technical excellence through professional designations, industry workshops, etc

Seek out new work assignments and assist other team members when capacity allows

Qualification

Employee benefits knowledgeMicrosoft Office SuiteTime managementInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving initiativeMulti-taskingCommunication skillsAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in a business-related program or other related field, or equivalent work experience is preferred including human resources administration, risk management or health policy

Ability to efficiently organize work and manage time in order to meet deadlines

Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

Ability to comply with all company policies and procedures, proactively protecting confidentiality of client and company information

Willingness and ability to work outside of normal business hours and travel as needed

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint)

Exhibits strong written and oral communication

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship for this position, now or in the future