Senior Consultant - Health & Welfare BenefitsLocation: Towson, MD
Salary Range: $165,000 - $220,000
Department: Health
Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt
About the RoleBolton is seeking an experienced
Senior Consultant to lead and deliver strategic consulting services across a broad portfolio of
Health & Welfare benefits programs. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who enjoys partnering with clients, leading teams, and shaping long-term benefits strategies in a dynamic consulting environment.
As a Senior Consultant, you will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding plan design, financial strategy, vendor negotiations, and implementation - while mentoring junior staff and supporting business development efforts.
What You'll Do- Serve as the primary consultant and relationship manager for assigned client groups
- Lead consulting engagements across medical, pharmacy, dental, life, disability, vision, FSA/HSA, voluntary benefits, and reinsurance
- Drive claims analysis, renewal strategy, and financial modeling to support long-term client decision-making
- Manage RFPs, vendor searches, and carrier negotiations on behalf of clients
- Oversee plan implementations, open enrollment strategies, and employee communications
- Present complex financial and compliance topics clearly to client leadership teams
- Identify cost drivers, utilization trends, benchmarking insights, and plan design opportunities
- Stay current on healthcare marketplace trends, ACA requirements, and regulatory changes
- Mentor and develop junior consultants and analysts
- Support client development and growth efforts, including finalist presentations and conferences
Requirements
What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
- 15+ years of experience in health & welfare consulting, brokerage, or carrier environments
- Deep expertise in group health plan strategy, pricing, and financial analysis
- Proven success managing complex client relationships and multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong presentation, communication, and executive-level consulting skills
- Demonstrated experience leading teams and mentoring junior staff
- Working knowledge of benefits administration platforms and healthcare compliance (ACA)
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Preferred Qualifications- CEBS designation or actuarial/underwriting training
- Maryland Health & Life license (or ability to obtain within first year)
- Maryland Health Exchange Agent/Broker certification (or commitment to obtain)
Travel- Approximately 30% regional travel (land and air)
Bolton offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:- Family medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match (after 6 months)
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
- Hybrid telework arrangements
- Monthly fitness stipend
- Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities
Salary Description
$165,000 - $220,000
