<p>Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.</p> <p>Brown & Brown is seeking an Employee Benefits Account Executive to join our growing team in Little Rock, AR.</p> <p>The Employee Benefits Account Executive serves as the overall service contact for small to medium book employee benefits customers. This role involves a high degree of independence and discretion in decision-making. The account executive works closely with clients to understand their needs, design customized benefits packages, develop additional lines of business, and ensure smooth implementation and administration of the benefit plans</p> <p>How You Will Contribute:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Manage and retain an existing book of business and pursue new opportunities through referrals and cross-selling.</p> </li><li> <p>Establish, cultivate and manage customer relations with customers and prospective decision-makers; as well as professional relationships with carrier partners, and internal resources throughout the organization.</p> </li><li> <p>Plan and direct renewal process for health and life coverages. Recommend the most appropriate insurance solutions, alternative strategies, plan modeling, and cost reduction opportunities.</p> </li><li> <p>Ensure renewal, sales, and insurance operations compliance requirements are documented into the agency management system.</p> </li><li> <p>Establish, cultivate, and manage customer relations with all levels of customer's decision-makers as well as the day-to-day technical customer representatives.</p> </li><li> <p>Routinely meet with and educate customers on benefits legislation, regulatory requirements, compliance, and new product information that are relevant to their market size.</p> </li><li> <p>Identify, develop, and oversee customer needs and service plans for each customer to ensure exceptional customer service and customer satisfaction.</p> </li><li> <p>Manage resolution of customer issues as well as escalated employee enrollment and claims issues.</p> </li><li> <p>Prepare and execute proposals and presentations while ensuring agreement with customer's requests/requirements.</p> </li><li> <p>Support the sales team with new business meetings and implementation of new customers.</p> </li></ul> <p>Licenses and Certifications:</p> <ul> <li>Life & Health Insurance License required. </li></ul> <p>Skills & Experience to Be Successful:</p> <ul> <li> <p>5+ years' experience in the employee benefits industry. Proficient knowledge of insurance coverages, contracts, and state regulations where business is conducted.</p> </li><li> <p>Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.</p> </li><li> <p>Exceptional telephone demeanor</p> </li><li> <p>Must have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain a high level of confidentiality.</p> </li><li> <p>Professional Designation specific to the area of specialty (Preferred)</p> </li><li> <p>Acceptable results of a Motor Vehicle Record report at the time of hire and periodically thereafter and maintenance of minimum acceptable insurance coverages are a requirement of this position.</p> </li><li> <p>Four-year college degree (Preferred)</p> </li></ul> <p>#LI-KM1</p> <p>Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being</p> <p>We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:</p> <ul> <li>Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance </li><li>Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement </li><li>Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services </li><li>Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more. </li></ul> <p>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.</p> <p>The Power To Be Yourself</p> <p>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".</p>