The Standard

Voluntary Employee Benefits Consultant

The Standard$125K — $250K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Life & health licensing required (must obtain upon hire if not licensed)
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in voluntary benefits sales preferred
  • Experience in the insurance industry with a desire to move into voluntary benefits sales considered
  • Established broker relationships preferred for candidates with voluntary benefits experience

Responsibilities

  • Build relationships with Employee Benefit Broker Partners and enrollment firms
  • Act as a subject matter expert on enrollment technology and product offerings
  • Provide training and development to producers and agencies
  • Collaborate with internal departments to meet production goals
  • Analyze market trends and consult with producers
  • Support recruiting and marketing initiatives
  • Offer feedback to align with corporate strategy

Benefits

  • Rich benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
  • Annual incentive bonus plan
  • Generous paid time off including 11 holidays and wellness days
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement
  • Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance
  • Employee giving program with double matching on donations
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Our Employee Benefits team is hiring! The Voluntary Employee Benefits Consultant is responsible for top line premium growth, case count and producer recruiting for a territory that includes Columbus, OH and Indianapolis, IN. This position works with national, regional and local Employee Benefit Brokers, Consultants, General Agents, Technology Partners and Enrollment Firms by consulting, training, educating, and motivating in order to ensure profitable growth and to meet sales objectives established for an assigned market within the territory.
  • Establish and maintain consulting relationships with national, regional, and local Employee Benefit Broker Partners, General Agents, Technology Partners, and Enrollment Firms for voluntary group and life insurance products, including long-term care.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert to partners, providing guidance on enrollment technology solutions and product offerings for their clients.
  • Deliver training and ongoing development to producers, agencies, and general agents; support their growth in assigned regions.
  • Collaborate closely with internal departments-Sales Support, Underwriting, Policyholder Services, Billing, Compliance, and Compensation-to achieve production goals and ensure high-quality business.
  • Analyze market trends, consult with producers to enhance their business, support recruiting and marketing initiatives, and provide feedback to implement corporate strategy.


* Residence within southwest Ohio or the Indianapolis, IN area is a requirement of the role. *

* Ability to travel 2-3 days per week within the territory is a requirement of the role. *

Skills and Background You'll Need

Education: Bachelor's degree preferred. Life & health licensing required. If not currently licensed, must obtain upon hire.

Experience: Minimum 2 years' experience selling voluntary benefits preferred. Also considering candidates in the insurance industry who have a desire to move into voluntary benefit sales.
  • For those with voluntary benefits sales experience, established broker relationships are preferred.
  • Must be able to travel 2-3 days per week on average throughout the territory.
  • Must currently reside in southwest Ohio or the Indianapolis, IN area.


Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate

  • Customer Focus. Understanding needs of internal and external clients.
  • Driving Success. Proactive approach to developing a team that exceed expectations.
  • Winning Together: Work as a collaborative member on the Voluntary Benefits team strategizing and driving sales success.


#LI-REMOTE

  • A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
  • An annual incentive bonus plan
  • Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually - PTO increases with tenure
  • A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement
  • Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance
  • An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools


In addition to the competitive salary range below, our employee-focused benefits support work-life balance. Learn more about working at The Standard.
  • 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.
  • Performance guarantees may be applied to roles with highly incentivized compensation plans for a specified period of time to support a new hire's transition into the sales incentive plan.


Compensation is made up of a base salary, incentives, and/or other bonuses when applicable. This is a minimum range that can be increased based on performance and sales activity.

Salary Range:
Compensation is made up of a base salary, commissions, and year-end bonuses. Total compensation range: $125k - $250K

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.
Learn more about The Standard
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1998

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