The Standard

Dedicated Employee Benefits Client Manager

The Standard$66K — $96K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of experience in leave management, STD, LTD, and life insurance
  • Experience managing claims processes and resolving complex customer inquiries
  • Strong knowledge of benefit contract interpretation and premium administration
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience in Oracle or other Benefits Administration programs

Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary contact for policyholders and employees on claims and inquiries
  • Administer life, disability, and leave claims processes
  • Resolve escalations related to claims, billing, and contracts
  • Collaborate with HR and Benefits teams across multiple locations
  • Provide updates and reporting on claims status and Evidences of Insurability

Benefits

  • Employee-focused benefits supporting work-life balance
  • Eligibility to participate in an incentive program
  • Opportunities for process improvement contributions
Full Job Description

Job Summary

This role serves as the primary liaison between the policyholder and The Standard, supporting employers and employees with group life, disability, and leave-related inquiries. You will independently manage claim processes, coordinate death claims, and assist employees with filing claims, while ensuring accurate premium administration and contract interpretation. The role partners closely with HR and Benefits teams to resolve customer service, claims, and coverage issues, including escalations. You’ll also provide reporting on claim activity, support Evidence of Insurability tracking, and contribute to process improvements that enhance the customer experience and support business retention.

*The ability to work on eastern time zone hours, between 8:00am and 5:00pm, is a requirement for this role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary contact for policyholders, employers, and employees on claims and coverage inquiries

  • Administer life, disability, and leave claims, including coordination of paid parental leave and death claims

  • Resolve escalations related to claims, billing, and contract interpretation

  • Partner with HR and Benefits teams across multiple locations

  • Provide reporting on claims status, outstanding items, and Evidence of Insurability

Skills and Background You’ll Need

Education: Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience: 3+ years of experience in leave management, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and life insurance (employer, broker, or carrier)

  • Experience managing claims processes and resolving complex customer inquiries

  • Experience in Oracle or other Benefits Administration programs

  • Strong knowledge of benefit contract interpretation and premium administration

  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders and business units

  • Strong verbal communication skills with a focus on empathy and customer service

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

  • Experience coordinating projects and cross-functional work

  • Experience supporting group life, disability, and leave programs in a corporate or insurance environment

Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate

  • Customer Focus: Builds strong relationships and delivers responsive, high-quality service in sensitive situations

  • Adaptability: Adjusts quickly to changing priorities and business needs while maintaining performance

  • Driving Success: Analyzes complex situations and makes informed, independent decisions

In addition to the competitive salary range below, our employee-focused benefits support work-life balance. Learn more about

  • Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.

The actual compensation for this role will be based on a combination of education and experience, knowledge and skills, position budget, internal equity, and market data.

Salary Range:

$66,000.00 - $96,250.00

Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.

About The Standard

The Standard is a financial services company that provides insurance, retirement, and investment products to individuals and businesses. The company's insurance products include life, disability, and dental insurance. The Standard also offers retirement plans, such as 401(k) and pension plans, and investment products, including mutual funds and annuities. The company was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon. The Standard has over 3,000 employees and serves customers across the United States.
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Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1998

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