Job title: Employee Benefits Account Manager
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Insurance
Functional Expertise: Account Manager
Location: Hamilton Township, NJ
Job published: 07/29/2026
Job ID: 157962

Job Description

Employee Benefits Account Manager

Job Summary

Seeking a dedicated and experienced Employee Benefits Account Manager to manage and service a designated small-group book of business. This role is pivotal in delivering proactive, value-added services that enhance client experience, retention, and account profitability. As the primary day-to-day service contact for assigned clients, will handle renewals, enrollments, compliance support, and ongoing benefits administration needs.

Compensation Package

  • Salary Range: $50,000 - $75,000 annually
  • Benefits Include:
    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Comprehensive Insurance Options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability.

Responsibilities

Small Group Account Management

  • Serve as the primary service contact for assigned small employer benefits clients, addressing inquiries and resolving issues to ensure client satisfaction.
  • Manage annual renewals, including data collection, quoting, plan comparisons, and proposal preparation.
  • Coordinate open enrollment activities, including employee communications and enrollment support.
  • Process new business submissions, additions, terminations, and life event changes.
  • Resolve carrier, billing, claims, and eligibility issues in a timely and professional manner.
  • Deliver value-added services such as compliance guidance, HR tools, employee education, market trends, plan performance, and wellness initiatives.
  • Educate clients on benefit plan options, features, and enrollment processes through workshops, webinars, and individual consultations.
  • Promote service tools and technology platforms to enhance client engagement.

Internal Collaboration and Revenue Support

  • Provide a seamless client experience and identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities (e.g., dental, vision, life, disability, voluntary benefits).
  • Maintain accurate client records and documentation within the agency management system.
  • Support onboarding of new clients and ensure smooth implementation.
  • Track service activity, renewal timelines, and client deliverables.
  • Meet service-level standards and retention goals.
  • Actively participate in department and company meetings.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of 1 year of experience in employee benefits or insurance.
  • At least 1 year of account management experience.
  • Strong understanding of group health insurance and ancillary benefits.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple accounts and deadlines.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and agency management software.

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