Account Executive, Group Benefits

Vancouver, BC
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago
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Account Executive, Group BenefitsAre you a relationship-driven benefits professional who thrives on ownership, strategy, and service excellence? Do you enjoy balancing client leadership with collaboration and growth initiatives? If so, we’d love to meet you.As an Account Executive, Group Benefits, you will take full ownership of a renewal book of business while delivering exceptional client experiences and contributing to new business growth.What you’ll be doing:

Own and manage a portfolio of group benefits clients, driving retention and long-term relationship growth
Lead the full renewal cycle: negotiate terms, prepare and present renewal options, and deliver quarterly performance updates
Prepare and submit Requests for Proposal (RFPs), analyze insurer quotes, negotiate final terms, and present strategic recommendations
Oversee implementation of new clients, ensuring a smooth onboarding experience
Market client programs when strategically appropriate
Provide ongoing plan administration training and support to client administrators
Host employee education sessions to explain benefit offerings and platform tools
Prepare member communications, memos, and support materials
Advise clients on industry trends, legislative updates, and plan changes
Partner with internal service specialists to support daily administration, enrollments, billing, amendments, and documentation
Assist plan members with claims inquiries and individual coverage solutions when transitioning off group plans
Collaborate with leadership to support business development initiatives, including:

Participating in prospect strategy discussions
Benchmarking coverage and pricing
Liaising with national and international insurers
Preparing and presenting proposals to prospective clients
Contributing to annual business planning and growth strategies

You’re Passionate About:

Delivering friendly, professional service that makes a meaningful impact
Building trusted partnerships with clients and colleagues
Sharing ideas and collaborating with innovative, forward-thinking teammates
Continuous learning and professional growth
Acting with integrity and accountability
Taking full ownership of your work

You Excel At:

Client service excellence – anticipating needs and delivering value proactively
Staying calm under pressure – navigating renewals and deadlines with confidence
Organization and time management – mastering competing priorities and timelines
Attention to detail – ensuring accuracy in contracts, renewals, and communications
Execution – finding solutions and following through

Qualifications

Minimum 7+ years of Employee Benefits insurance experience, including 3+ years in a client-facing management role
Strong understanding of group benefits renewals, plan design, and insurer negotiations
Knowledge of international benefits planning considered an asset
LLQP/Life License (or willingness to obtain).
GBA designation
Post-secondary degree or diploma

If you’re ready to take ownership of your client portfolio, contribute strategically to growth, and be part of a team that values professionalism, accountability, and collaboration — we want to hear from you.About Us:DGA Careers has been proudly serving the Canadian insurance industry for over 30 years, specializing in providing insurance recruiting services to major insurers, insurance brokerage firms and independent adjusting firms. With offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Edmonton, and Calgary, DGA Careers is well positioned to conduct searches with a national scope. Our unrivalled professional network across Canada provides us with the ability to reach vital key influencers and passive candidates nationally.Interested candidates please contact Heidi Scott at 587-885-1852 or forward your resume in confidence to heidi

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