Senior Benefits Specialist Jobs

You are a highly effective communicator!

You are organized and your attention to detail is outstanding!

You love the idea of working in a dynamic and fast paced environment!

You get satisfaction from providing solutions to clients and colleagues!

If you’re answer is yes, check out this Senior Benefits Specialist role at Cowan Insurance Group.

What’s the ask?

The Senior Benefits Specialist will be responsible for providing service and analytics excellence to our mid/large size national group benefit clients.

More specifically, the Senior Benefits Specialist will:

• Be accountable for the smooth transition of benefits to new carriers ensuring any client risk and exposure is mitigated (i.e. plan mapping, member coverage, communication);
• Coordinate carrier finalist presentations;
• Assess, negotiate, write reports and prepare presentations relating to group renewals;
• Assessment, negotiation and report/presentation preparation for marketing and peer review of quote comparisons;
• Analyze carrier financial reports & peer review of estimated financials;
• Perform commission reconciliations and analysis;
• Assist on specific projects, initiatives and research;
• Peer review contract, booklet and collective agreement differences and identify risk exposure;
• Price and analyze costings including assessment and analysis of alternative funding arrangements;
• Schedule appointments, monitor email, voicemail, prepare letters, spreadsheets, maintain filing and perform other administrative duties as required.
• Resolve and address escalated client issues and inquires;
• Analyze carrier change financial/rate implications to client's budget;
• Provide and coordinate support for Consultant as requested and in accordance with procedures and service agreements;
• Review, prepare & peer review analysis of regular reporting, benefit summaries, process amendments and employee presentations/communications;

What does it take?

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in the Group Benefits industry which includes Client Service and Analytical;
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy;
• GBA, CEBS designation preferred or working towards;
• This position is subject to appropriate background checks that may include credential, employment, credit, criminal and reference checks.
• Strong prioritization skills and flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment;
• Bilingual an asset;
• Maintenance of valid driver’s licence, as periodic travel maybe required.
• Completion of University Degree or College Diploma;
• Able to work independently and self-motivated;
• Knowledge of EPIC an asset;
• Analytical and numerical skills;
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint including excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and Word.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal;

Who we are

Canadian-owned and operated, Cowan Insurance Group is a leading independent insurance brokerage and consulting operation, providing real value to our clients. With over 500 employees operating out of 8 locations across Canada, we’re proud to have been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2012.

We partner with leading national and international insurance companies to:

• Deliver insurance and risk management solutions to businesses, organizations and individuals
• Advise on and create retirement, group benefits, disability management and international benefits programs for employee groups.

We also offer wealth and asset management as well as financial and succession planning services to individuals, and specialize in property, casualty and credit insurance.

What sets us apart?

Be in good company

Integrity matters. It drives our award-winning workplace culture and fuels our collective desire to help our clients, employees, and communities thrive.

Challenge your thinking

You're valued for your passion, drive and creativity. The pace is fast but the work is meaningful, interesting, and complex, just the way you like it.

Grow together

We believe in your potential. If you’re looking to develop your expertise with learning opportunities and mentoring, we’ll make that happen.

Benefits and perks

• Hybrid work environment
• Competitive salary
• Participate in our comprehensive benefits plan on day one — no waiting period
• Company-matched Retirement Savings Plan
• Company-paid training and development courses
• Community involvement

Are you interested?

Send your cover letter and resume and share your unique story with us.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, we will contact only those selected for interviews. If you are an applicant with disabilities and require accommodations, please let us know at the time of our contact so that we may arrange for their provision.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employee candidates will be selected strictly on the basis of an individual's technical qualifications, knowledge and experience, as they relate to the requirements of a particular position. Selections will be made without regard to: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed (religion), sex, sexual orientation, handicaps (physical or mental), age, marital status, family status, or the receipt of public assistance or record of offences.