Benefits Specialist, Business Development (6-month contract )

Job title: Benefits Specialist, Business Development (6-month contract )

Company: Cowan Insurance Group


Job description: The Benefits Specialist is responsible for developing tailored solutions for prospects and strategic clients. These solutions take many forms ranging from critical evaluation of the current programs and providers in place, support through changes, and customized communications to support critical employee messages. In addition to developing solutions for our clients and prospects, this position will also support business development through the sales cycle and create value.What you will do:

• Development of various marketing collateral for multiple channels and touchpoints, including print, web, video, and email
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), including sales experts, to create compelling content for prospects and clients
• Prepare and/or peer review employee communications
• Create, document, update responses for Request for Proposal (RFP) consulting services
• Responsible for consistency and correct use of brand identity and voice according to brand guidelines both internally and externally
• Development of marketing pieces to assist with the sales process
• Prepare specifications for marketing
• Manage the reviewing, processing and preparing of new business implementation including smooth transition of benefits to new carriers, ensuring any client risk and exposure is mitigated (i.e. plan mapping, member coverage, communication)
• Coordinate and manage the smooth transition when AORs are received to the in-force group benefits teams
• Organize and draft proposals (RFP’s) for review with Consultant
• Coordinate carrier finalist presentations
• Prepare and/or peer review benefit summaries, employee survey questionnaire and presentations.
• Assist on specific projects, initiatives and research
• Review contract, booklet and collective agreement differences and identify risk exposure
• Assist with the preparation of all financial aspects including quote comparisons, amendment pricing and financial reporting
• Perform commission reconciliations and analysis
• Assist with the analysis of financial and/or plan design benchmarking and preparation of reports/presentations
• Prepare and facilitate employee presentations

What you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in the Group Benefits industry an asset
• A flair for design and creativity
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office with including Excel, PowerPoint, Word
• Ability to manage time-sensitive deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in written/spoken French an asset

Who we are:Proudly independent and Canadian-owned, Cowan Insurance Group has been a true market leader in the insurance industry since 1927. With an extensive range of product offerings and integrated commercial and personal insurance, group benefits, and wealth management solutions, we provide our clients with outstanding customized, comprehensive insurance and risk management professional advice and placement.Recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired Cultures and a Canada’s Best Managed Companies Platinum Club Member, Cowan Insurance Group’s award-winning client-centric approach emphasizes innovation, excellence, and collaboration. Join our team as we prepare for our centennial celebration in 2027!What sets us apart?Be in good companyIntegrity matters. It drives our award-winning workplace culture and fuels our collective desire to help our clients, employees, and communities thrive.Challenge your thinkingYou’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 togetherWe 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
• Company-paid training and development courses
• Community involvement
• Hybrid work environment

Are you interested?Please Apply!This position is subject to appropriate background checks that may include, credential, employment, credit, criminal and reference checks.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.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will be selected strictly on the basis of an individual’s technical qualifications, knowledge and experience, as they relate to the requirements of a particular position. Selections will be made without regard to: age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family status, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, record of offences, sex, or sexual orientation.#LI-Hybrid

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Location: Brantford, ON

Job date: Sun, 09 Mar 2025 05:52:39 GMT

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