Benefits Counselor Jobs

Benefits Counselor jobs are open across healthcare systems, insurance carriers, HR outsourcing firms, and government agencies, from entry-level enrollment specialists to senior benefits advisors and program managers, with specializations in group health plans, retirement benefits, and employee assistance programs. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles26
Top stateIllinois
Top employerBenefit Point Insurance
Top cityChicago, IL
Work type56% Hybrid
Top credentialBachelor's degree

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Employee Benefits Counselor
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Employee Benefits Counselor
Benefit Point Insurance, Inc.
Dalton, Georgia
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
$1,500 - $3,000/yr
Hybrid

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Employee Benefits Counselor
Benefit Point Insurance, Inc.
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$1,500 - $3,000/yr
Hybrid

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Employee Benefits Counselor
Benefit Point Insurance, Inc.
Memphis, Tennessee
Business Development
Human Resources
Learning & Development
$1,500 - $3,000/yr
Hybrid

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Employee Benefits Counselor
Benefit Point Insurance, Inc.
Nashville, Tennessee
Business Development
Customer Success
Sales
$1,500 - $3,000/yr
Hybrid

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Benefits Counselor - Outsourcing NA Service Center
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Benefits Counselor - Outsourcing NA Service Center
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Mount Laurel, New Jersey
Administrative & Office Support
Program Management
Project Management
$40k - $60k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Benefits Counselor Job Market

Who's Hiring

Benefit Point Insurance4 open roles
The Choice2 open roles
Heritage Health - Idaho2 open roles

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in benefits counselor jobs.

  • Knowledge of group health plans, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance products
  • Experience guiding employees through open enrollment using benefits administration platforms
  • Familiarity with ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, and ACA compliance requirements
  • Active state insurance license or willingness to obtain licensure within a set timeframe
  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
  • Professional certification such as CEBS or GBA preferred for senior-level openings

Tips for Your Benefits Counselor Job Search

Tailor your resume to plan types

Employers want to see which plan types you've actually administered. Call out experience with group health, 401(k), FSA, HSA, or COBRA specifically. Generic HR experience blends in. Plan-specific language on your resume moves you to the top of the screening pile.

List certifications before your summary

Certifications like the CEBS, GBA, or state insurance license carry real weight for benefits counselor roles. Put them in a dedicated line near the top of your resume so a recruiter scanning for credentials sees them without digging through your work history.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists benefits counselor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter openings by enrollment season timing

Many benefits counselor roles spike during open enrollment periods from October through December. Searching in late summer and early fall gives you first access to those postings before competition peaks. Roles posted then are often urgent to fill and move quickly through hiring.

Prepare a scenario answer for compliance questions

Interviewers for benefits counselor roles frequently ask how you've handled an ERISA compliance issue or an employee dispute over a denied claim. Have one concrete example ready that shows you followed the right process and resolved the situation without legal escalation.

Negotiate start date around enrollment cycles

If you receive an offer close to open enrollment season, the employer may need you onboarded fast. Use that urgency to negotiate a compressed review period or a signing bonus to offset lost PTO from your previous role rather than pushing on base pay alone.

Benefits Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most benefits counselors?

The most active employers for benefits counselors right now are Benefit Point Insurance, The Choice, and Heritage Health - Idaho, and the most openings are in Illinois, Tennessee, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large hospital systems, national insurance carriers, and benefits administration outsourcing firms tend to post the highest volume of roles year-round.

How many benefits counselor jobs are remote?

About 78% of benefits counselor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong employer flexibility for phone and video-based enrollment counseling. Roles focused on individual employee consultations and benefits call center work are the most likely to be fully remote, while on-site presence is more common for HR generalist hybrids that include benefits counseling.

How do you become a benefits counselor?

Start with a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field, then gain hands-on experience in benefits administration, HR coordination, or insurance customer service. Obtaining a state insurance license expands your options significantly, particularly for roles at insurance carriers. Earning a credential like the CEBS or GBA strengthens your candidacy for employer-sponsored and senior-level positions.

Can you get a benefits counselor job with little experience?

Yes, entry-level benefits counselor roles exist at insurance carriers, HR outsourcing firms, and benefits call centers, and they often prioritize communication skills and customer service experience over prior benefits-specific work. Highlighting any exposure to open enrollment support, HR software, or employee onboarding in a previous role helps. Obtaining a state insurance license before applying sets you apart from other entry-level candidates.

What does the benefits counselor interview process look like?

Most hiring processes start with a recruiter phone screen focused on your familiarity with specific plan types and any licenses you hold. A hiring manager interview typically follows, often including scenario questions about handling a confused employee during open enrollment or resolving a plan discrepancy. Some employers add a short role-play or written exercise simulating an employee benefits consultation before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to benefits counselor jobs?

You can find and apply to benefits counselor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and preferences, and apply directly to each listing that fits.

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