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Senior Consultant

Bolton Partners, Inc., Towson, MD, United States


Description

Senior Consultant – Health & Welfare Benefits Location:

Towson, MD Salary Range:

$165,000 - $220,000 Department:

Health Employment Type:

Full-Time | Exempt

About the Role Bolton is seeking an experienced

Senior Consultant

to lead and deliver strategic consulting services across a broad portfolio of

Health & Welfare benefits programs . This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who enjoys partnering with clients, leading teams, and shaping long‑term benefits strategies in a dynamic consulting environment.

As a Senior Consultant, you will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding plan design, financial strategy, vendor negotiations, and implementation – while mentoring junior staff and supporting business development efforts.

What You’ll Do

Serve as the

primary consultant and relationship manager

for assigned client groups

Lead consulting engagements across medical, pharmacy, dental, life, disability, vision, FSA/HSA, voluntary benefits, and reinsurance

Drive

claims analysis, renewal strategy, and financial modeling

to support long‑term client decision‑making

Manage RFPs, vendor searches, and carrier negotiations on behalf of clients

Oversee plan implementations, open enrollment strategies, and employee communications

Present complex financial and compliance topics clearly to client leadership teams

Identify cost drivers, utilization trends, benchmarking insights, and plan design opportunities

Stay current on healthcare marketplace trends, ACA requirements, and regulatory changes

Mentor and develop junior consultants and analysts

Support

client development and growth efforts , including finalist presentations and conferences

Requirements What We’re Looking For Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

15+ years of experience

in health & welfare consulting, brokerage, or carrier environments

Deep expertise in group health plan strategy, pricing, and financial analysis

Proven success managing complex client relationships and multiple projects simultaneously

Strong presentation, communication, and executive‑level consulting skills

Demonstrated experience leading teams and mentoring junior staff

Working knowledge of benefits administration platforms and healthcare compliance (ACA)

Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Preferred Qualifications

CEBS designation or actuarial/underwriting training

Maryland Health & Life license (or ability to obtain within first year)

Maryland Health Exchange Agent/Broker certification (or commitment to obtain)

Travel

Approximately

30% regional travel

(land and air)

Bolton offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Family medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employer‑paid life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match (after 6 months)

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

Hybrid telework arrangements

Monthly fitness stipend

Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities

Why Bolton? At Bolton, you’ll join a collaborative consulting firm that values expertise, integrity, and long‑term client partnerships. We offer the opportunity to work on complex, meaningful projects while growing your leadership impact in a supportive, collegial environment.

Bolton is an Equal Opportunity Employer We recruit, hire, and promote qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

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