Regional Executive | Benefits Consultant

About the position Discover a world of endless possibilities at Gallagher Benefit Services, where you'll have the power to shape the future of workplaces across industries. As a member of our team, you become the driving force behind positive change, helping clients build environments where employees thrive. Embrace the opportunity to impact lives, unlock potential, and create a legacy of remarkable transformation. Responsibilities • Serve as an active consultant and healthcare subject matter expert (medical, dental, vision and ancillary products) to our PEO client throughout the client lifecycle • Support a sales team to win new clients and support an HR/Service team to retain clients • Manage an assigned territory with focus on client satisfaction • Strive for the highest levels of service when communicating with our PEO client and to their prospective and existing worksite employers • Research and analyze data contributing to the development and enhancement of a prospect or client's insurance healthcare offering and recommend strategies on coverage offerings options with the PEO Health and Welfare Plan based upon the client's business goals • Manage the designated block of business in assigned territory • Train and develop new PEO client staff • Assess and clearly communicate market position, needs and strategic direction • Work independently to accomplish territory, company and client goals • Work on individual or corporate projects assigned by the management team Requirements • Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years related experience (healthcare/employee benefits insurance) --OR-- High School Diploma/GED and 8 years related experience required • Insurance License required • Must live in the greater Austin or San Antonio area • Extensive experience in group healthcare sales and/or account management, having background with group healthcare carriers and/or brokerage house • Experience working with a variety of benefit administrators, experience with PEO industry a plus • Experience with a variety of market segments and funding types a plus • Actively demonstrate patience, resiliency and persistency in the midst of problem solving • Employ a collaborative approach and ability to thrive in a matrixed environment Nice-to-haves • Excellent sales capabilities • Outstanding presentation, verbal and written communication skills • Must be driven to achieve, embrace, challenge and believe in delivering best in class service • Sound organization and time management skills • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively between stakeholders Apply tot his job

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