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Account Manager

Alera Group, Inc., Mechanicsburg, PA, United States


Hybrid |

At Alera Group, our Employee Benefits teams help organizations attract, retain, and engage their workforce through creative, compliant, and competitive benefits strategies. We’re seeking an

Account Manager – Employee Benefits

who will make a meaningful impact by delivering proactive client service, thoughtful benefits strategy, and a high‑touch experience for both clients and employees.

About Alera Group Alera Group was founded in 2017 and has grown to become the 14th largest broker of U.S. business. We are passionate about our clients’ success in the areas of Employee Benefits, Property and Casualty Insurance, and Financial Services. With a network of offices nationwide, our commitment to collaboration allows us to offer national resources combined with local service.

Why Alera Group

Meaningful Impact – Help clients and employees navigate benefits programs that drive retention, engagement, and satisfaction

Growth & Learning – Opportunities to deepen your expertise and gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries

Collaborative Culture – Work in a team‑oriented environment that values accountability, partnership, and The Collaborative Way

Responsibilities Client Partnership & Risk Strategy

Serve as the primary relationship owner for an assigned group of small group employee benefits clients

Build strong, trusted relationships by proactively understanding client needs and anticipating potential issues

Identify opportunities for growth within existing accounts and support client retention initiatives

Develop and maintain a regular client communication cadence, including scheduled touchpoints

Operational Excellence

Prepare implementation plans and lead client onboarding to ensure a smooth transition and successful setup

Manage renewal process deadlines according to established roles and responsibilities

Assist clients with enrollments, billing, benefits administration, compliance, claims, and technical issues

Prepare and deliver effective client presentations via virtual platforms or in person, as needed

Maintain accurate documentation and follow up on client activity in a timely and organized manner

Strategic Contribution

Present annual renewal strategies and serve as renewal lead when assigned

Leverage technical tools and quantitative data to support client service and decision‑making

Provide input on new processes and workflows to improve efficiency and service delivery

Collaborate closely with internal associates, carriers, and vendors to deliver consistent, high‑quality service

Qualifications Required

Experience in employee benefits, insurance, or a client‑facing account management role

Strong communication and relationship‑management skills

Ability to manage multiple client accounts and priorities in a dynamic environment

High attention to detail with a strong customer service mindset

Preferred

Experience working with small group employee benefits clients

Familiarity with benefits administration, compliance processes, and carrier interactions

Comfort leveraging technology tools and data to support client service

Core Competencies

Detail orientation

Accountability and follow‑through

Collaborative mindset

Client‑first thinking

Compensation Salary range: $58,000 – $61,000 per year

Benefits Alera Group offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, 401(k), generous PTO, and more.

Work Model This role is hybrid. Hybrid – 2 or fewer days in office.

Professional Development – Alera Group Academy

Role‑specific learning paths

Leadership development programs

Technical and compliance training

Industry certifications and continuing education support

Peer learning and knowledge‑sharing communities

Licensure & Certifications (If Applicable)

Active [State Life & Health License / Property & Casualty License / Series 6/7/65/66 / etc.]

Ability to obtain required licensure within [X] months of hire

Ongoing continuing education to maintain active status

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class.

Alera Group is committed to protecting your privacy. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand what personal information we may collect and use as part of your application process.

Location Type Hybrid – 2 or fewer days in office

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