Benefits Consultant Jobs in Illinois
Benefits Consultant jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, concentrated in group health plan administration, voluntary benefits, and retirement plan consulting, with openings at every level from entry-level enrollment specialist through senior benefits advisor. Chicago anchors the market and draws the deepest volume of postings, with additional activity in Schaumburg and Naperville, where companies like Aon, Zurich North America, and Allstate maintain major Illinois operations. The most in-demand specialties right now are ACA compliance consulting, ERISA-governed plan design, and employee benefits brokerage. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Huron is a global consultancy that collaborates with clients to drive strategic growth, ignite innovation and navigate constant change. Through a combination of strategy, expertise and creativity, we help clients accelerate operational, digital and cultural transformation, enabling the change they need to own their future.
Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
An indispensable role… Our clients approach us with a unique set of complex challenges to forge strategy and operations with technology. So, we are constantly on the look-out for outstanding consultants with varying types of expertise and knowledge who are passionate about uncovering, untangling, and tackling the biggest challenges facing the industry. Our capable Associates utilize Huron tools, methodologies and best practices in the selection, planning and implementation of leading enterprise software and analytics solutions.
Skilled relationship builders, our Associates are responsible for project work stream delivery, work plan management, analytics, reporting and client interface/presentations. They collaborate with client staff and leadership while managing and mentoring junior Huron staff. Our Associates gain valuable, hands-on consulting experience and world-class training and development…that translates to career growth. Huron is big enough to offer the opportunity and exposure you need for your career growth—but small enough to give you individual attention for your professional development.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 2 years work experience in roles utilizing Workday, PeopleSoft, Lawson/Infor, or SAP
- Huron requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to this position or equivalent work experience
- Travel up to 50% when requested by the client
PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Workday HCM and Benefits certifications
- Prior experience in a role supporting a Workday implementation either at a Workday partner firm or as a client side project resource
- Prior experience as a Workday Benefits Administrator
- Excellent communication skills - oral and written - and the interpersonal skills needed quickly to establish relationships of trust and collaboration.
- Participation in at least 1 Workday Benefits implementation is a must
- Ability to establish credibility in the eyes of senior-level university and hospital executives on the basis of expertise, maturity, and professionalism
- Ability to train and participate in the professional development of Huron staff in both project-management and technical dimensions
- Excellent time-management and prioritization skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects of differing scale and duration
- Strong analytical skills and tools such as excel used to translate information from meetings into documentation that can be shared with meeting participants and project teams
- Desire and willingness to learn new tools, techniques, concepts, and methodologies
COMPENSATION
- The estimated base salary range for this job is $95,000 - $130,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $106,400 - $149,500. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.
POSITION LEVEL
Associate
COUNTRY
United States of America
INTRODUCTION
Huron is a global consultancy that collaborates with clients to drive strategic growth, ignite innovation and navigate constant change. Through a combination of strategy, expertise and creativity, we help clients accelerate operational, digital and cultural transformation, enabling the change they need to own their future.
Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
An indispensable role… Our clients approach us with a unique set of complex challenges to forge strategy and operations with technology. So, we are constantly on the look-out for outstanding consultants with varying types of expertise and knowledge who are passionate about uncovering, untangling, and tackling the biggest challenges facing the industry. Our capable Associates utilize Huron tools, methodologies and best practices in the selection, planning and implementation of leading enterprise software and analytics solutions.
Skilled relationship builders, our Associates are responsible for project work stream delivery, work plan management, analytics, reporting and client interface/presentations. They collaborate with client staff and leadership while managing and mentoring junior Huron staff. Our Associates gain valuable, hands-on consulting experience and world-class training and development…that translates to career growth. Huron is big enough to offer the opportunity and exposure you need for your career growth—but small enough to give you individual attention for your professional development.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 2 years work experience in roles utilizing Workday, PeopleSoft, Lawson/Infor, or SAP
- Huron requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to this position or equivalent work experience
- Travel up to 50% when requested by the client
PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Workday HCM and Benefits certifications
- Prior experience in a role supporting a Workday implementation either at a Workday partner firm or as a client side project resource
- Prior experience as a Workday Benefits Administrator
- Excellent communication skills - oral and written - and the interpersonal skills needed quickly to establish relationships of trust and collaboration.
- Participation in at least 1 Workday Benefits implementation is a must
- Ability to establish credibility in the eyes of senior-level university and hospital executives on the basis of expertise, maturity, and professionalism
- Ability to train and participate in the professional development of Huron staff in both project-management and technical dimensions
- Excellent time-management and prioritization skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects of differing scale and duration
- Strong analytical skills and tools such as excel used to translate information from meetings into documentation that can be shared with meeting participants and project teams
- Desire and willingness to learn new tools, techniques, concepts, and methodologies
COMPENSATION
- The estimated base salary range for this job is $95,000 - $130,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $106,400 - $149,500. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.
POSITION LEVEL
Associate
COUNTRY
United States of America
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Benefits Consultant Job Market in Illinois
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Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Accounting & Auditing
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in benefits consultant jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois Department of Insurance producer license or equivalent reciprocal license recognized in Illinois
- Experience administering or consulting on group health, dental, vision, or life benefit plans
- Proficiency with benefits administration platforms such as Workday, ADP, or bswift
- Working knowledge of ERISA, ACA employer mandates, and COBRA administration requirements
- CEBS, CBP, or PHR certification preferred by mid-market and enterprise Illinois employers
- Strong client-facing communication skills for open enrollment presentations and HR team advising
Benefits Consultant Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a benefits consultant in Illinois?
Becoming a benefits consultant in Illinois typically requires a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or finance, combined with an Illinois Department of Insurance producer license in accident and health if you will be advising on or selling insurance products. Candidates pursuing the consulting side without a sales component focus on earning the Certified Employee Benefit Specialist or Certified Benefits Professional credential, which Illinois employers consistently recognize as a standard for senior roles.
How much do benefits consultants make in Illinois?
Benefits consultants in Illinois earn a median of about $79,300 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $55,190 for the lowest 10% to over $128,720 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire benefits consultants in Illinois?
Employers hiring benefits consultants in Illinois right now include Mercer, Aon, and CBIZ, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, large regional health systems, and national insurance carriers makes it one of the more active states for both in-house benefits roles and third-party consulting positions.
Which Illinois cities have the most benefits consultant jobs?
Chicago and Oak Brook have the most benefits consultant openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because it is home to major insurance carriers, HR consulting firms, and corporate headquarters that centralize their benefits functions there, while Schaumburg and Naperville attract postings from the large employer campuses and regional offices concentrated along the Interstate 90 and Route 59 corridors in the northwest and west suburbs.
Are there remote benefits consultant jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 33% of benefits consultant openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves plan analysis, vendor management, and client communication that translates well to distributed settings. Roles focused on compliance review, benefits technology implementation, and annual renewal strategy tend to be the most consistently remote-eligible.
How can I get hired as a benefits consultant in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a benefits coordinator or HR generalist role at a large Illinois employer, where you gain direct exposure to plan administration before moving into a consulting track. Major Illinois health systems such as Northwestern Medicine and Rush University Medical Center, along with large corporate employers in the Chicago metro, regularly hire benefits assistants and enrollment specialists as stepping stones. Earning an Illinois producer license in accident and health while in an entry role signals genuine commitment and opens consulting opportunities faster.
Where can I find and apply to benefits consultant jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to benefits consultant jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty, then apply directly through the listings on this page.
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