Benefits Specialist

2 weeks ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Cowan Insurance Group Full time
You are a highly
-
effective communicatorYou are
organized and your
attention to detail is outstanding

You love the idea of working in a
dynamic and
fast paced environment
You get satisfaction from providing solutions to clients and colleagues

If this sounds like you, then we'd love to hear from you

What's the ask?


The
Benefits Specialist (Bilingual) will be responsible for providing service and analytics excellence to our small-mid size national group benefit clients.


More specifically, the Benefits Specialist will:

  • Assess, negotiate, write reports and prepare presentations relating to group renewals;
  • Review, prepare & peer review analysis of regular reporting, benefit summaries, process amendments and employee presentations/communications;
  • Peer review contract, booklet and collective agreement differences and identify risk exposure;
  • Assessment, negotiation and report/presentation preparation for marketing and peer review of quote comparisons;
  • Coordinate carrier finalist presentations;
  • Be accountable for the smooth transition of benefits to new carriers ensuring any client risk and exposure is mitigated (i.e. plan mapping, member coverage, communication);
  • Analyze carrier change financial/rate implications to client's budget;
  • Analysis of financial and/or plan design benchmarking and preparation of reports/presentations
  • Analyze carrier financial reports & peer review of estimated financials;
  • Price and analyze costings including assessment and analysis of alternative funding arrangements;
  • Perform commission reconciliations and analysis;
  • Resolve and address escalated client issues and inquires;
  • Assist on specific projects, initiatives and research;
  • Provide and coordinate support for Consultant as requested and in accordance with procedures and service agreements;

What does it take?

  • Minimum of 35 years' experience in the Group Benefits industry which includes Client Service and Analytical;
  • Completion of University Degree or College Diploma;
  • GBA, CEBS designation preferred or working towards;
  • Strong working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint including excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and Word.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal;
  • Strong prioritization skills and flexibility to work in a fastpaced environment;
  • Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy;
  • Analytical and numerical skills;
  • Able to work independently and selfmotivated;
  • Knowledge of EPIC an asset;
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English and French verbal and written mandatory;:

  • Periodic travel maybe required.

Who we are

Canadian-owned and operated, Cowan Insurance Group is a leading independent insurance brokerage and consulting operation, providing real value to our clients.

With close to 500 employees operating out of 9 locations across Canada, we're proud to have been named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies since 2012.

We partner with leading national and international insurance companies to:

  • deliver insurance and risk management solutions to businesses, organizations and individuals
- advise on and create retirement, group benefits, disability management and international benefits programs for employee groups.


We also offer wealth and asset management as well as financial and succession planning services to individuals, and specialize in property, casualty and credit insurance.


What sets us apart?

Be in good company
Integrity matters. It drives our award-winning workplace culture and fuels our collective desire to help our clients, employees, and communities thrive.

Challenge your thinking
You're valued for your passion, drive and creativity. The pace is fast but the work is meaningful, interesting, and complex, just the way you like it.

Grow together
We believe in your potential. If you're looking to develop your expertise with learning opportunities and mentoring, we'll make that happen.

Benefits and perks

  • Competitive salary
  • Participate in our comprehensive benefits plan on day one — no waiting period
  • Companymatched Retirement Plan
  • Companypaid training and development courses
  • Community involvement

Are you interested?
Send your cover letter and resume and share your unique story with us.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, we will contact only those selected for interviews.

If you are an applicant with disabilities and require accommodations, please let us know at the time of our contact so that we may arrange for their provision.

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