Employee Benefits Account Executive
Brown & Brown, Inc., Austin, TX, United States
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R26\_0000001396Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.**Brown & Brown** is seeking an **Employee Benefits Account Executive** to join our growing team in **Austin, TX!**The employee benefits account executive will be responsible for acting as the senior strategic advisor and relationship owner for complex, high‐profile employee benefits clients, leading benefits strategy, advanced funding analysis, and long‐term cost‐containment planning. This role independently manages sophisticated accounts, serves as the escalation point for complex issues, oversees and mentors account teams, and partners with producers to drive client retention, growth, and new business opportunities.**How You Will Contribute:*** Act as the senior strategic advisor and relationship owner for complex and high-profile employee benefits clients.* Lead benefits strategy, funding analysis, vendor selection, contribution modeling, and long-term cost-containment planning.* Independently manage the most complex accounts, including self-funded, captive, and advanced funding arrangements.* Oversee account teams, including Senior Account Managers and Benefits Analysts, ensuring workload balance, accountability, and professional development.* Serve as escalation point for complex client, carrier, vendor, or compliance issues.* Partner with producers on new business opportunities by participating in prospect meetings, finalist presentations, and strategy development.* Drive client retention, growth, and cross-selling initiatives in collaboration with agency leadership.* Ensure consistent adherence to agency service standards, technology platforms, and best practices.* Coach and mentor team members through feedback, training, and career development planning.* Proactively monitor industry trends, regulatory developments, and market innovations to provide forward-looking guidance to clients.**Skills & Experience to be Successful:*** Strong knowledge of all funding models, with self-funding experience prioritized.* Extensive client-facing experience, with the ability to build and maintain long-term relationships.* Demonstrated sales acumen, including the ability to identify opportunities and influence decision-making.* Proven capability to lead and manage large, complex accounts.* Comfortable serving as the primary point of contact for key clients and stakeholders.**Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being**We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:* *Health Benefits*: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance* *Financial Benefits*: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement* *Mental Health & Wellness*: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services* *Beyond Benefits*: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.*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.***The Power To Be Yourself** 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”.Founded in 1939 as a small, two-partner firm, Brown & Brown (NYSE: BRO) and our team of companies have grown into one of the world’s largest insurance brokerages while staying true to our foundation of trust, resilience, and delivering results. With a team that is as connected locally as it is globally, our high-performing, highly collaborative team delivers innovative risk and insurance solutions.We look for individuals who embrace our culture, thrive in a collaborative environment, are driven to grow and succeed, and are committed to always doing what is right. With a unique culture built on integrity, superior capabilities and grit, we value teamwork, trust and courage. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates—not employees, and leaders—not managers. Everything we do is about the greater “WE”—never “me.” While diverse in abilities and experience, we are all connected through our core values, a commitment to our local communities and a shared mission—always doing what is best for our customers. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Hybrid Workinglocations:
Austin, TX, USAtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
R26\_0000001396Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.**Brown & Brown** is seeking an **Employee Benefits Account Executive** to join our growing team in **Austin, TX!**The employee benefits account executive will be responsible for acting as the senior strategic advisor and relationship owner for complex, high‐profile employee benefits clients, leading benefits strategy, advanced funding analysis, and long‐term cost‐containment planning. This role independently manages sophisticated accounts, serves as the escalation point for complex issues, oversees and mentors account teams, and partners with producers to drive client retention, growth, and new business opportunities.**How You Will Contribute:*** Act as the senior strategic advisor and relationship owner for complex and high-profile employee benefits clients.* Lead benefits strategy, funding analysis, vendor selection, contribution modeling, and long-term cost-containment planning.* Independently manage the most complex accounts, including self-funded, captive, and advanced funding arrangements.* Oversee account teams, including Senior Account Managers and Benefits Analysts, ensuring workload balance, accountability, and professional development.* Serve as escalation point for complex client, carrier, vendor, or compliance issues.* Partner with producers on new business opportunities by participating in prospect meetings, finalist presentations, and strategy development.* Drive client retention, growth, and cross-selling initiatives in collaboration with agency leadership.* Ensure consistent adherence to agency service standards, technology platforms, and best practices.* Coach and mentor team members through feedback, training, and career development planning.* Proactively monitor industry trends, regulatory developments, and market innovations to provide forward-looking guidance to clients.**Skills & Experience to be Successful:*** Strong knowledge of all funding models, with self-funding experience prioritized.* Extensive client-facing experience, with the ability to build and maintain long-term relationships.* Demonstrated sales acumen, including the ability to identify opportunities and influence decision-making.* Proven capability to lead and manage large, complex accounts.* Comfortable serving as the primary point of contact for key clients and stakeholders.**Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being**We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:* *Health Benefits*: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance* *Financial Benefits*: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement* *Mental Health & Wellness*: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services* *Beyond Benefits*: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.*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.***The Power To Be Yourself** 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”.Founded in 1939 as a small, two-partner firm, Brown & Brown (NYSE: BRO) and our team of companies have grown into one of the world’s largest insurance brokerages while staying true to our foundation of trust, resilience, and delivering results. With a team that is as connected locally as it is globally, our high-performing, highly collaborative team delivers innovative risk and insurance solutions.We look for individuals who embrace our culture, thrive in a collaborative environment, are driven to grow and succeed, and are committed to always doing what is right. With a unique culture built on integrity, superior capabilities and grit, we value teamwork, trust and courage. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates—not employees, and leaders—not managers. Everything we do is about the greater “WE”—never “me.” While diverse in abilities and experience, we are all connected through our core values, a commitment to our local communities and a shared mission—always doing what is best for our customers. #J-18808-Ljbffr