E-3 Visa Benefits Manager Jobs
Benefits Manager roles in the U.S. typically require a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field, making them strong candidates for E-3 visa sponsorship. Australian HR professionals can secure two-year renewable E-3 status without facing a lottery, provided their employer files a certified Labor Condition Application before the consulate appointment.
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Our not-so-secret sauce.
Award-winning, inclusive, Top Workplace culture doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a result of hard work by extraordinary people. The industry’s brightest talent drives our efforts to deliver purposeful work and meaningful impact every day. Learn more about what makes us different and how you can make your mark as an Account Executive at MMA.
Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA) provides business insurance, employee health & benefits, retirement, and private client insurance solutions to organizations and individuals seeking limitless possibilities. With offices across North America, we combine the personalized service model of a local consultant with the global resources of the world’s leading professional services firm, Marsh (NYSE: MRSH).
A day in the life.
This is a hybrid position, based out of our various listed regional office locations, that may require in person client facing meetings.
As an Account Executive on the Employee Health & Benefits team, you will lead day-to-day client strategy and service delivery in partnership with the Producer. You will oversee annual planning, renewals and marketing, vendor negotiations, and the quality and timeliness of client deliverables. You will guide the account team on meeting strategy, financial and claims reporting, contribution modelling, wellness initiatives and system updates, while managing escalations and ensuring compliance requirements are met. This role requires executive-level client communication and presentations, strong technical accuracy, and the judgment to identify opportunities to expand coverage and services in accordance with market trends and regulations.
As our Account Executive on the Employee Benefits team, you will:
- Lead overall client strategy, engagement and retention in partnership with the Producer, including the annual service plan, calendar, and meeting cadence.
- Own renewal and marketing strategy, including proposal evaluation, plan/rate comparisons, and recommendations for complex lines (e.g., self-funded/ASO, stop-loss, pharmacy benefit management, disability, and multi-state accounts).
- Lead vendor negotiations and coordinate internal resources to execute all client deliverables on time and to quality standards.
- Oversee financial and claims reporting and analysis (e.g., monthly claims, high-cost claimant analysis) and communicate results and implications to clients.
- Develop and deliver contribution modelling and budget scenarios to support client decision-making.
- Coordinate open enrolment planning and execution (pre and post enrolment), including meetings, communications, and internal readiness.
- Ensure compliance deliverables are completed (audits, testing, required filings/fees) and implement compliance dashboards as applicable.
- Manage escalated/complex service issues; keep the Producer informed of significant client changes, risks, and opportunities.
- Identify and promote additional lines of coverage and solutions as appropriate to the client.
Our future colleague.
We’d love to meet you if your professional track record includes these skills:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Active and current Florida 2-15 insurance license.
- 5+ years of experience working in the health insurance industry; agency experience preferred.
- Experience with self-funded accounts.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office, including Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
These additional qualifications are a plus, but not required to apply:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- HIA or CEBS designation
- Experience with Employee Navigator, EPIC, BenefitPoint, and/or ImageRight
We know there are excellent candidates who might not check all of these boxes. Don’t be shy. If you’re close, we’d be very interested in meeting you.
Valuable benefits.
We value and respect the impact our colleagues make every day both inside and outside our organization. We’ve built a culture that promotes colleague well-being through robust benefit programs and resources, encourages professional and personal development, and celebrates opportunities to pursue the projects and causes that give colleagues fulfilment outside of work.
Some benefits included in this role are:
- Generous time off, including personal and volunteering
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Hybrid and flexible work
- Charitable contribution match programs
- Stock purchase opportunities
- Competitive compensation
- Entrepreneurial leadership
- Unmatched, scalable resources
- Committed to core values
- Inclusive culture
Who you are is who we are.
We embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages and perspectives of our colleagues and clients. We are always seeking those with ethics, talent, and ambition who are interested in joining our client-focused teams.
Marsh McLennan and its affiliates are EOE Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employers.
Account Executive
Our not-so-secret sauce.
Award-winning, inclusive, Top Workplace culture doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a result of hard work by extraordinary people. The industry’s brightest talent drives our efforts to deliver purposeful work and meaningful impact every day. Learn more about what makes us different and how you can make your mark as an Account Executive at MMA.
Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA) provides business insurance, employee health & benefits, retirement, and private client insurance solutions to organizations and individuals seeking limitless possibilities. With offices across North America, we combine the personalized service model of a local consultant with the global resources of the world’s leading professional services firm, Marsh (NYSE: MRSH).
A day in the life.
This is a hybrid position, based out of our various listed regional office locations, that may require in person client facing meetings.
As an Account Executive on the Employee Health & Benefits team, you will lead day-to-day client strategy and service delivery in partnership with the Producer. You will oversee annual planning, renewals and marketing, vendor negotiations, and the quality and timeliness of client deliverables. You will guide the account team on meeting strategy, financial and claims reporting, contribution modelling, wellness initiatives and system updates, while managing escalations and ensuring compliance requirements are met. This role requires executive-level client communication and presentations, strong technical accuracy, and the judgment to identify opportunities to expand coverage and services in accordance with market trends and regulations.
As our Account Executive on the Employee Benefits team, you will:
- Lead overall client strategy, engagement and retention in partnership with the Producer, including the annual service plan, calendar, and meeting cadence.
- Own renewal and marketing strategy, including proposal evaluation, plan/rate comparisons, and recommendations for complex lines (e.g., self-funded/ASO, stop-loss, pharmacy benefit management, disability, and multi-state accounts).
- Lead vendor negotiations and coordinate internal resources to execute all client deliverables on time and to quality standards.
- Oversee financial and claims reporting and analysis (e.g., monthly claims, high-cost claimant analysis) and communicate results and implications to clients.
- Develop and deliver contribution modelling and budget scenarios to support client decision-making.
- Coordinate open enrolment planning and execution (pre and post enrolment), including meetings, communications, and internal readiness.
- Ensure compliance deliverables are completed (audits, testing, required filings/fees) and implement compliance dashboards as applicable.
- Manage escalated/complex service issues; keep the Producer informed of significant client changes, risks, and opportunities.
- Identify and promote additional lines of coverage and solutions as appropriate to the client.
Our future colleague.
We’d love to meet you if your professional track record includes these skills:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Active and current Florida 2-15 insurance license.
- 5+ years of experience working in the health insurance industry; agency experience preferred.
- Experience with self-funded accounts.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office, including Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
These additional qualifications are a plus, but not required to apply:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- HIA or CEBS designation
- Experience with Employee Navigator, EPIC, BenefitPoint, and/or ImageRight
We know there are excellent candidates who might not check all of these boxes. Don’t be shy. If you’re close, we’d be very interested in meeting you.
Valuable benefits.
We value and respect the impact our colleagues make every day both inside and outside our organization. We’ve built a culture that promotes colleague well-being through robust benefit programs and resources, encourages professional and personal development, and celebrates opportunities to pursue the projects and causes that give colleagues fulfilment outside of work.
Some benefits included in this role are:
- Generous time off, including personal and volunteering
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Hybrid and flexible work
- Charitable contribution match programs
- Stock purchase opportunities
- Competitive compensation
- Entrepreneurial leadership
- Unmatched, scalable resources
- Committed to core values
- Inclusive culture
Who you are is who we are.
We embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages and perspectives of our colleagues and clients. We are always seeking those with ethics, talent, and ambition who are interested in joining our client-focused teams.
Marsh McLennan and its affiliates are EOE Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employers.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Benefits Manager
Frame your Australian HR credentials precisely
U.S. employers assess whether your Australian three-year bachelor's degree maps to a specific field. A degree in HR management or business administration directly supports the specialty occupation requirement; a general arts degree with HR electives may not without supplementary experience documentation.
Target employers with self-insured benefits programs
Large employers that self-administer health, retirement, or disability plans rely heavily on a dedicated Benefits Manager and are more likely to sponsor E-3 visa status. Search for companies with over 500 employees that list plan administration or ERISA compliance as core responsibilities in the job description.
Search for E-3 sponsorship roles through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to connect with employers who have already sponsored Australian professionals, so your job search focuses on verified sponsorship-ready companies rather than roles where you'd be educating a recruiter about the E-3 from scratch.
Clarify the LCA timeline before accepting an offer
Your employer must file and receive a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL before you can attend your consulate appointment. DOL certifies most LCAs within seven business days, but confirm this with HR before committing to a start date so relocation timing aligns.
Distinguish your APRA knowledge as a credential gap
Highlight where your Australian superannuation and APRA compliance experience translates to U.S. ERISA and 401(k) plan oversight. Employers evaluating you against domestic candidates will want to see that you understand the structural differences and can operate within U.S. Department of Labor benefit regulations from day one.
Address dual-intent exposure during your consulate interview
Benefits Manager roles often attract long-term career interest, which consular officers may probe for immigrant intent. Prepare a clear explanation of your plans to maintain ties to Australia and understand that the E-3, unlike the H-1B visa, has no explicit dual-intent protection under the INA.
E-3 Visa Benefits Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Benefits Manager jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface employers willing to sponsor Australian professionals on the E-3 visa. Rather than filtering through job boards where sponsorship willingness is unlisted, Migrate Mate matches you with Benefits Manager roles at companies that have either filed E-3 LCAs previously or have confirmed openness to sponsoring Australian candidates in HR functions.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Benefits Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field as a standard entry requirement. Roles that accept any degree or substitute years of experience without a degree requirement can fail the specialty occupation test. Review the job description carefully before applying to confirm the degree requirement is stated explicitly.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Benefits Manager roles?
The E-3 has a 10,500-slot annual allocation that has never been exhausted, so there is no lottery and no random selection risk. The H-1B requires entering an oversubscribed lottery, and most Benefits Manager applicants without a U.S. master's degree face selection rates well below 50 percent. For Australian nationals, the E-3 is a direct path that the H-1B cannot reliably replicate.
Can I switch employers while working in the U.S. as a Benefits Manager on E-3 status?
You can change employers, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you must attend a new consulate interview to receive a new E-3 visa stamp. There is no portability mechanism like the one available under AC21 for H-1B holders. Plan for a four to eight week transition window to allow for LCA certification and appointment scheduling before your new role begins.