Benefits Specialist

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Milwaukee, WI, USAtime type:
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R26 Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.
** Brown & Brown
** has an exciting opportunity available for a
** Benefits Specialist
** for our team in
** Milwaukee, WI!
** The ideal candidate would be a motivated and detail-oriented individual capable of both interpreting data as well as interacting with clients on a time-sensitive basis.  

This role offers tremendous opportunity to an individual who is equipped and eager to accept the challenges of an ambitious workload and steep learning curve.

The day-to-day responsibilities of the Benefits Specialist vary greatly; but the primary function in this position is to assist the Account Team in servicing the needs of employee benefit clients.
** How You Will Contribute:
*** Assist clients with daily service functions and frequent ad hoc requests, escalating issues as needed
* Create, review and edit employee benefit guides, benefit manuals and other client materials as requested
* Administer marketing and renewal functions such as requests for proposal
* Identify, plan, and develop methods and procedures to obtain greater efficiency and effectiveness of benefit programs
* Participate in market meetings, client functions, industry seminars and training programs as directed
* Maintain client records and update client communications
* Data entry in excel/client reporting duties as assigned.
* Updates files for resource library including current developments, legislative and regulatory changes, and market updates and work with the Account Team to advise impact to clients.
** Licenses and

Certifications:

*** Must obtain and maintain active Life/Accident and Health Insurance Agent License within 1 year.
** Skills & Experience to Be Successful
*** Minimum of high school degree or equivalent required.
* College degree preferred.
* 2+ years of business experience, an understanding and knowledge of employee benefits a plus.
* Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to work independently.
* Experience using Microsoft office, specifically Excel.

Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills
** Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being
** We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:
* * Health Benefits*:
Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
* * Financial Benefits*: ESPP; 401k;
Student Loan Assistance;
Tuition Reimbursement
* * Mental Health & Wellness*:
Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
* * Beyond Benefits*:
Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.
* Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.
*** The Power To Be Yourself
** As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.Founded in 1939 as a small, two-partner firm, Brown & Brown (NYSE: BRO) and our team of companies have grown into one of the world’s largest insurance brokerages while staying true to our foundation of trust, resilience, and delivering results.

With a team that is as connected locally as it is globally, our high-performing, highly collaborative team delivers innovative risk and insurance solutions.

We look for individuals who embrace our culture, thrive in a collaborative environment, are driven to grow and succeed, and are committed to always doing what is right. With a unique culture built on integrity, superior capabilities and grit, we value teamwork, trust and courage. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates—not employees, and leaders—not managers. Everything we do is about the greater “WE”—never “me.”While

diverse in abilities and experience, we are all connected through our core values, a commitment to our local communities and a shared mission—always doing what is best for our customers.
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