Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG)
Employee Benefit Underwriting Consultant
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG), Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Introduction
At Gallagher Benefit Services, you’re a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it’s shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or advising on workforce challenges, the work you do here creates meaningful change for businesses and the people who power them. We’re a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners; working side by side to solve problems, and shape the future of work. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. If you’re looking for a place where your contribution matters and where you can help build a better world of work; think of Gallagher. Overview
The Employee Benefits Underwriting Consultant is responsible for working with their Team Leader, other Underwriters, Data Consultants, Account Managers, Producers, and Clients in preparing requests for proposals, obtaining, and analyzing carrier quotes, inputting, and analyzing data from various automation systems, and maintaining a small book of business. It also works collaboratively with the underwriting and data teams to perform financial and data analysis of a client’s healthcare plans. The Ideal Candidate
2+ years of experience working with employee benefits. A true professional, you have an excellent balance of analytical skills while being team oriented. You are a natural presenter and great communicator up, down, and across the organization and work well with other teams and in client settings. The results of your work speak for itself to drive the business forward. If this interests you, we invite you to keep reading and apply! How you''ll make an impact
Execute competitive bidding of all employee benefits coverage lines. Prepare PowerPoints outlining financial and contractual analysis according to company policy. Review vendor proposals for accuracy. Collaborate with Data Consultants, Account Managers, and Producers to evaluate, determine, and recommend alternative coverages, pricing, options, and plan design changes based on analysis of available plan elements and on client/prospect goals. Produce deliverables timely, accurately, and in compliance with company standards. Provide deliverables for Fully Insured and Self-Funded clients. Present benchmarking and applicable illustrations to clients. Perform basic duties in our Actuarial Tool and Data Warehouse. Forecast and develop client budget projections. Maintain positive relationships with vendor representatives. Remain abreast of the health insurance environment and constantly changing insurance legislation. Respond to routine and non-routine correspondence. Work independently and within the team on special nonrecurring and ongoing projects. Represent AssuredPartners positively and professionally with both internal and external Clients. Maintain composure and effectiveness under pressure in a deadline-driven environment. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. About You
Required:
Bachelor\'s degree and 3 years within employee benefits field in an underwriting capacity. Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications and Microsoft Office. Preferred:
Advanced Excel Skills. Math or Finance degree preferred. Behaviors:
Detail oriented; strong analytical skills and good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to multi-task to meet deadlines with quality and accurate deliverables. Must maintain favorable relationships with clients, vendors and other office staff. Compensation and benefits
We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the
minimum core benefits
you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one! Life and accident insurance 401(K) and Roth options Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA) Educational expense reimbursement Paid parental leave Other benefits include: Digital mental health services (Talkspace) Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function) Training programs Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing Charitable matching gift program And more... **The benefits summary above applies to fulltime positions. If you are not applying for a fulltime position, details about benefits will be provided during the selection process. Inclusion and equal opportunity
We value inclusion and diversity We review U.S. Eligibility Requirements and are committed to equal employment opportunities for all. Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, and we see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on protected characteristics by applicable laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
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At Gallagher Benefit Services, you’re a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it’s shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or advising on workforce challenges, the work you do here creates meaningful change for businesses and the people who power them. We’re a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners; working side by side to solve problems, and shape the future of work. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. If you’re looking for a place where your contribution matters and where you can help build a better world of work; think of Gallagher. Overview
The Employee Benefits Underwriting Consultant is responsible for working with their Team Leader, other Underwriters, Data Consultants, Account Managers, Producers, and Clients in preparing requests for proposals, obtaining, and analyzing carrier quotes, inputting, and analyzing data from various automation systems, and maintaining a small book of business. It also works collaboratively with the underwriting and data teams to perform financial and data analysis of a client’s healthcare plans. The Ideal Candidate
2+ years of experience working with employee benefits. A true professional, you have an excellent balance of analytical skills while being team oriented. You are a natural presenter and great communicator up, down, and across the organization and work well with other teams and in client settings. The results of your work speak for itself to drive the business forward. If this interests you, we invite you to keep reading and apply! How you''ll make an impact
Execute competitive bidding of all employee benefits coverage lines. Prepare PowerPoints outlining financial and contractual analysis according to company policy. Review vendor proposals for accuracy. Collaborate with Data Consultants, Account Managers, and Producers to evaluate, determine, and recommend alternative coverages, pricing, options, and plan design changes based on analysis of available plan elements and on client/prospect goals. Produce deliverables timely, accurately, and in compliance with company standards. Provide deliverables for Fully Insured and Self-Funded clients. Present benchmarking and applicable illustrations to clients. Perform basic duties in our Actuarial Tool and Data Warehouse. Forecast and develop client budget projections. Maintain positive relationships with vendor representatives. Remain abreast of the health insurance environment and constantly changing insurance legislation. Respond to routine and non-routine correspondence. Work independently and within the team on special nonrecurring and ongoing projects. Represent AssuredPartners positively and professionally with both internal and external Clients. Maintain composure and effectiveness under pressure in a deadline-driven environment. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. About You
Required:
Bachelor\'s degree and 3 years within employee benefits field in an underwriting capacity. Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications and Microsoft Office. Preferred:
Advanced Excel Skills. Math or Finance degree preferred. Behaviors:
Detail oriented; strong analytical skills and good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to multi-task to meet deadlines with quality and accurate deliverables. Must maintain favorable relationships with clients, vendors and other office staff. Compensation and benefits
We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the
minimum core benefits
you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one! Life and accident insurance 401(K) and Roth options Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA) Educational expense reimbursement Paid parental leave Other benefits include: Digital mental health services (Talkspace) Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function) Training programs Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing Charitable matching gift program And more... **The benefits summary above applies to fulltime positions. If you are not applying for a fulltime position, details about benefits will be provided during the selection process. Inclusion and equal opportunity
We value inclusion and diversity We review U.S. Eligibility Requirements and are committed to equal employment opportunities for all. Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, and we see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on protected characteristics by applicable laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
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