Senior Benefits Specialist

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Brown & Brown  is seeking  Senior Benefits Specialist  to join our growing team in Plano, TX!  The Benefits Specialist supports consultants and client teams by coordinating day‑to‑day service needs, managing data, and ensuring accurate and timely delivery of client work. This role collaborates closely with internal partners and external vendors on benefit plan updates, reporting requests, escalated issues, and implementation activities. The specialist reviews plan utilization, interprets performance trends, and assists in developing renewal and plan design recommendations. This position plays a key role in preparing client materials, managing project timelines, and ensuring smooth operational execution—always with a focus on accuracy, client satisfaction, and service excellence. How You Will Contribute:    Prepare client meeting materials, presentations, and post-meeting follow-up documentation Maintain account action logs and track client deliverables to completion Organize and manage client folders, records, and documentation Support Open Enrollment (OE) preparation, including decks, materials, and document review Assist consultants with client deliverables, renewals, and reporting Coordinate escalated claims issues and work directly with carriers and vendors for resolution Support benefit plan implementations, vendor calls, and ongoing operational updates Manage RFP build-out, gather requirements, and submit marketing materials to carriers Process fees, commissions, and related administrative updates Review and interpret utilization reports, plan performance trends, and benchmarking data Support plan design modeling, renewal preparation, and client reporting tools Maintain internal systems (BAM, Partner Systems), perform data entry, quality control, and workflow management Licenses & Certifications:    Must obtain and maintain an active Life/Accident & Health Insurance License within one year of hire. Skills & Experience to be Successful:   Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. 3+ years of employee benefits experience with strong foundational knowledge of group health & welfare plans. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; Advanced to expert Excel skills required. Strong analytical and critical‑thinking capabilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and apply sound judgment. Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information. Strong vendor knowledge and established carrier relationships. Demonstrates urgency, responsiveness, and a proactive client‑service mindset. This position may require routine or periodic travel, which may require the team members to drive their own vehicle or a rental vehicle. If required, acceptable results of a Motor Vehicle Record report at the time of hire and periodically thereafter, and maintenance of minimum acceptable insurance coverages are requirements of this position Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including: Health Benefits : Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance   Financial Benefits : ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement  Mental Health & Wellness : Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services Beyond Benefits : Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.  Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations. Recruiting Vendor Disclosure Statement Brown & Brown does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters, recruitment vendors or employment agencies ("Recruiting Vendors"). Recruiting Vendors must have a valid written agreement and received prior written authorization from an authorized Brown & Brown representative before submitting candidates for any publicly posted role. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to Brown & Brown or its employees become the property of Brown & Brown, and no fees will be paid for such submissions. Additional information regarding this policy can be found on our careers page. The Power To Be Yourself    As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.