Benefit Advocate- M&A

Alliant Insurance Services is one of the nation's largest and fastest-growing insurance brokerage and consulting firms. We operate through a network of specialized national platforms and local offices to offer our clients a comprehensive portfolio of solutions built on innovative thinking and personal service. Alliant is changing the way our clients approach risk management and benefits, so they can capitalize on new opportunities to grow and protect their organizations. More information is available on the companys website at: www.alliant.com. SUMMARY Responsible for delivering benefit administration services to clients who have outsourced all or part of their benefits administration. Key functions include client account management, resolving client employee issues, client account auditing, coordinating compliance with key regulatory provisions including COBRA, HIPAA and Section 125 discrimination testing, and Open Enrollment management. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Manages health and welfare benefit plans for multiple clients; Administers medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, and life and disability plans for both active and COBRA participants; Manages Employee Self-Service module; Coordinates transfer of election data to providers; Handles employee calls and assists employees with benefits-related questions; Counsels employees on benefit issues, procedures and requirements; Provides support and communication to employer or HR representatives; Administers premium reporting and payroll deduction reporting; Coordinates compliance with key regulatory provisions, including COBRA and HIPAA; Coordinates and distributes employee communication materials; Complies with agency management system data standards and data integrity (enters and maintains complete and accurate information); Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Human Resources, or equivalent combination of education and experience Three (3) or more years of experience in Benefits with employer, insurer or TPA Knowledge of benefit enrollment platforms (i.e. BeneTrac, ADP), COBRA, and eligibility CEBS certification a plus SKILLS Excellent verbal and written communications skills Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills Strong systems knowledge or ability to learn/troubleshoot new systems easily Intermediate to advanced computer skills Proficient in Microsoft Office products #LI-CP1 #LI-Virtual We are proud to provide comprehensive, high quality employee programs to meet employees' needs now and in the future, including a very competitive financial package. We encourage you to explore what we have to offer. For immediate consideration for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. If you are applying for a job and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call our Career Center at 1-877-901-9473 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information. For more information on Alliant Insurance Services benefits, click here.