Benefit Advisory Manager

Description: Founded in 1946, Kapnick Insurance is an independent insurance advisory firm with Michigan roots and a global reach.
Our 180+ colleagues provide expert guidance and creative problem solving pertaining to business insurance, risk solutions, employee benefits, worksite well-being, and personal insurance to a vast and diverse base of clients worldwide.
For over 75 years, companies and individuals have looked to Kapnick as a trusted advisor, providing solutions that protect their operations and employees.
This Benefit Advisory Manager works with sales and service teams to create effective employee benefit strategies in alignment with the department's objectives and procedures.
This role is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Benefit Advisory Department, ensuring the team's development, and acting as a working team leader.
The Benefit Advisory Manager's essential functions include: Consultative Leadership Provide consultative guidance to Kapnick teams on carrier products, rates, and coverage knowledge.
Assist in the professional development of Benefit Advisory staff members.
Training & Development Participate in the development of workflows and lead training initiatives for the Benefit Advisory Department.
Conduct coaching conversations and identify areas for staff development.
Team Management Ensure proper workloads and staffing levels within the department.
Provide direction on key objectives and strategies outlined by EB leadership.
Communication & Collaberation Communicate updates to the Employee Benefits Department that may impact daily activities.
Collaborate with sales and service teams to perform financial analysis of employee benefit plans.
Negotiation & Marketing Analysis Determine appropriate markets and prepare Request for Proposals (RFP's) Negotiate with carriers on behalf of clients to secure the best pricing for renewals and new business offerings.
Analytics & Data Management Develop an in-depth understanding of complex matters related to carrier renewal development methodology.
Apply knowledge of various benchmarking sources and coordinate the delivery of Kapnick data analytics internally and externally.
Resolve ongoing data issues with vendors.
Other Responsibilities Perform your job in such a manner that other employees will consider it a pleasure and privilege to work with you Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of the job Perform other duties as assigned Requirements: To be considered for the Benefit Advisory Manager position, you should have: Bachelor's Degree (four-year college or technical school) in Mathematics or related field: Preferred 5+ years of experience in Employee Group Benefits: Required Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint) Familiarity with carrier underwriting tools (employee benefits) and agency management systems: Preferred Innovative thinker with excellent communication skills, self-motivated, and able to meet deadlines Comfortable in networking and building relationships What's in it for you? A team-based approach to client management Flexibility Full benefits package 11 paid holidays including your birthday! Competitive Salary Profit sharing (after a year of service) Bonus potential A caring workplace culture that has something for everyone