Employee Benefits Advisor Jobs
Employee Benefits Advisor jobs are open across insurance carriers, HR consulting firms, brokerage houses, and large self-insured employers, from entry-level enrollment specialist to senior total rewards consultant, with specializations in group health, retirement planning, and voluntary benefits. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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WHY NORTH RISK PARTNERS
Are you interested in doing work that matters everyday with an organization intentional about building and living out a values-driven team culture? North Risk Partners is a fast-growing firm dedicated to serving the insurance and risk management needs of businesses and individuals. We provide expertise in Commercial Lines, Employee & Individual Benefits, Personal Lines, Surety, Claims, and Risk Management. Our team consists of over 450 employees working in over 30 locations across five states, including Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Nebraska.
At North Risk Partners, our #oneTEAM lives out #oneMISSION: to provide extraordinary #service to our clients, to each other, and to our communities while living out our core values each day. Our team environments are designed to provide #oneTEAM members opportunity to focus on collaborative relationships (clients and team), variety from day-to-day, constant learning, and the tools and resources to learn and grow at work and in life.
JOB SUMMARY
North Risk’s Employee Benefits #oneTEAM is currently seeking a driven and enthusiastic Risk Advisor. This position will build business by identifying prospects, converting prospects to clients and maintaining relationships with existing clients. Risk Advisors are required to generate new business to meet minimum sales goals established by North Risk Partners.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prospect and generate new business appointments
- Analyze and develop solutions for prospective and current client business insurance needs
- Develop strong relationships with clients through advising and offering all value-added services available through North Risk Partners
- Sell/refer business across all departments (i.e., property and casualty, employee benefits and personal lines)
- Study trends and advancements in the insurance and finance industries as well as changes to the regulatory climate for businesses and the insurance industry overall to keep knowledge current and plan strategically
- Attend and actively participate in agency sales training meetings
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with partner insurance carriers
- Continuously fill the sales pipeline and meet monthly goals associated with the pipeline
- Enter activity and other relevant information into the company’s software system(s) in accordance with company procedures
- Follow all federal and state regulations, and best practices for avoiding errors and omissions
- Collect overdue account receivable balances from customers. See company policy
- Continue professional development; pursue and maintain professional designations if applicable
- Travel as necessary to meet client needs
QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)
- A combination of education and experience generally attained through a high school degree, bachelor’s degree, and a minimum of 3 years in a sales role
- Active insurance license preferred, but not required. If not licensed, it is to be obtained within the first 45 days of hire.
- Commission based sales experience is helpful, but not required
- Demonstrated experience with prospecting and proactive outreach
- Experience with building new relationships and maintaining existing ones
BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
- A role model for North Risk Partners’ core values, mission, and desired culture
- Demonstrate enthusiasm and a positive attitude
- Professionally and positively represent North Risk Partners to all coworkers, clients, and external stakeholders
- A team player who collaborates and works well with his/her coworkers
- A professional who demonstrates the ability to carry on a conversation with clients, Risk Advisors, and other coworkers within North Risk Partners
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Perform under normal office conditions; may include lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds
- Twist, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, stand, walk, and reach frequently
- Hear, speak, and effectively verbally communicate in the English language, including following oral and written instructions to communicate with people inside and outside of the organization
- Sit and a desk for extended periods of time and perform long hours of work sitting at a computer
- Move around office/building/facilities repeatedly throughout the day
- Apply manual dexterity, visual acuity and ability, for computer keyboarding, office equipment uses, review of detailed reports, information, fine print, and warning labels
- Must possess valid driver’s license and be able to travel to different North Risk Partners locations for meetings, as well as various locations throughout the state and potentially the region for client meetings
- Able to work a flexible work schedule, including overtime, nights, and weekends to attend events and meetings as needed
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Incumbents must be able to use telephones, calculators, copy machines, computers, printers, and other office equipment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment is primarily indoors. Exposure to a variety of weather conditions during work related travel and events held outside of the workplace will occur and I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree with the contents of this position description. I agree to use my best efforts to fulfill all expectations of the position. I also acknowledge that I am an at-will employee.
This job description does not necessarily list all the job functions or accountabilities of the job. Employees may be asked by management to perform additional duties and tasks. Management reserves the right to revise and update job descriptions at any time.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The estimated base salary range for this full-time position is $50,000 - $80,000 annually, plus commission and benefits. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The hiring range represents the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life, long-term care, 401(k) plan, and more. North Risk Partners is growing which means your career can too. #oneTEAM members receive continuing professional education and development, volunteer time off, paid time off, and paid holidays.
WHY NORTH RISK PARTNERS
Are you interested in doing work that matters everyday with an organization intentional about building and living out a values-driven team culture? North Risk Partners is a fast-growing firm dedicated to serving the insurance and risk management needs of businesses and individuals. We provide expertise in Commercial Lines, Employee & Individual Benefits, Personal Lines, Surety, Claims, and Risk Management. Our team consists of over 450 employees working in over 30 locations across five states, including Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Nebraska.
At North Risk Partners, our #oneTEAM lives out #oneMISSION: to provide extraordinary #service to our clients, to each other, and to our communities while living out our core values each day. Our team environments are designed to provide #oneTEAM members opportunity to focus on collaborative relationships (clients and team), variety from day-to-day, constant learning, and the tools and resources to learn and grow at work and in life.
JOB SUMMARY
North Risk’s Employee Benefits #oneTEAM is currently seeking a driven and enthusiastic Risk Advisor. This position will build business by identifying prospects, converting prospects to clients and maintaining relationships with existing clients. Risk Advisors are required to generate new business to meet minimum sales goals established by North Risk Partners.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prospect and generate new business appointments
- Analyze and develop solutions for prospective and current client business insurance needs
- Develop strong relationships with clients through advising and offering all value-added services available through North Risk Partners
- Sell/refer business across all departments (i.e., property and casualty, employee benefits and personal lines)
- Study trends and advancements in the insurance and finance industries as well as changes to the regulatory climate for businesses and the insurance industry overall to keep knowledge current and plan strategically
- Attend and actively participate in agency sales training meetings
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with partner insurance carriers
- Continuously fill the sales pipeline and meet monthly goals associated with the pipeline
- Enter activity and other relevant information into the company’s software system(s) in accordance with company procedures
- Follow all federal and state regulations, and best practices for avoiding errors and omissions
- Collect overdue account receivable balances from customers. See company policy
- Continue professional development; pursue and maintain professional designations if applicable
- Travel as necessary to meet client needs
QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)
- A combination of education and experience generally attained through a high school degree, bachelor’s degree, and a minimum of 3 years in a sales role
- Active insurance license preferred, but not required. If not licensed, it is to be obtained within the first 45 days of hire.
- Commission based sales experience is helpful, but not required
- Demonstrated experience with prospecting and proactive outreach
- Experience with building new relationships and maintaining existing ones
BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
- A role model for North Risk Partners’ core values, mission, and desired culture
- Demonstrate enthusiasm and a positive attitude
- Professionally and positively represent North Risk Partners to all coworkers, clients, and external stakeholders
- A team player who collaborates and works well with his/her coworkers
- A professional who demonstrates the ability to carry on a conversation with clients, Risk Advisors, and other coworkers within North Risk Partners
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Perform under normal office conditions; may include lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds
- Twist, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, stand, walk, and reach frequently
- Hear, speak, and effectively verbally communicate in the English language, including following oral and written instructions to communicate with people inside and outside of the organization
- Sit and a desk for extended periods of time and perform long hours of work sitting at a computer
- Move around office/building/facilities repeatedly throughout the day
- Apply manual dexterity, visual acuity and ability, for computer keyboarding, office equipment uses, review of detailed reports, information, fine print, and warning labels
- Must possess valid driver’s license and be able to travel to different North Risk Partners locations for meetings, as well as various locations throughout the state and potentially the region for client meetings
- Able to work a flexible work schedule, including overtime, nights, and weekends to attend events and meetings as needed
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Incumbents must be able to use telephones, calculators, copy machines, computers, printers, and other office equipment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment is primarily indoors. Exposure to a variety of weather conditions during work related travel and events held outside of the workplace will occur and I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree with the contents of this position description. I agree to use my best efforts to fulfill all expectations of the position. I also acknowledge that I am an at-will employee.
This job description does not necessarily list all the job functions or accountabilities of the job. Employees may be asked by management to perform additional duties and tasks. Management reserves the right to revise and update job descriptions at any time.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The estimated base salary range for this full-time position is $50,000 - $80,000 annually, plus commission and benefits. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The hiring range represents the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life, long-term care, 401(k) plan, and more. North Risk Partners is growing which means your career can too. #oneTEAM members receive continuing professional education and development, volunteer time off, paid time off, and paid holidays.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in employee benefits advisor jobs.
- Active state life and health insurance license required
- Experience with group health, dental, vision, and ancillary benefit lines
- Proficiency with benefits administration platforms such as ADP, Businessolver, or bswift
- Knowledge of ACA compliance, ERISA regulations, and Section 125 cafeteria plans
- CEBS, GBA, or RPA designation preferred for senior or consulting roles
- Bachelor's degree in business, human resources, finance, or a related field
Tips for Your Employee Benefits Advisor Job Search
Tailor your resume for plan types
Hiring managers scan for the specific benefit lines you've managed. Call out whether you've worked with fully insured versus self-funded plans, and name the carrier platforms or benefits administration systems you've used directly in your work history.
Lead with licensure before experience
Your state life and health insurance license is a hard requirement most applicants bury at the bottom of their resume. Put it in a certifications section near the top, alongside any CEBS, GBA, or RPA designations, so screeners see it immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists employee benefits advisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target employers by renewal cycle
Most group benefit renewals happen in Q4, which means employers ramp up hiring advisors in late summer and early fall. Prioritize your search from July through September to catch openings before they fill with seasonal urgency.
Prepare a benefits audit example for interviews
Interviewers for advisory roles routinely ask you to walk through how you'd audit an existing benefits package. Prepare a concise walkthrough of a real or hypothetical scenario covering cost benchmarking, compliance gaps, and employee utilization data.
Negotiate on the full package, not just base
Because you work in benefits, hiring managers expect you to understand total compensation. Ask specifically about override commissions, renewal bonuses, and whether the role is fee-based or commission-based before accepting any offer.
Employee Benefits Advisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most employee benefits advisors?
Acrisure, BELL BANK, and Marsh Agency are hiring the most employee benefits advisors right now, with openings concentrated in Georgia, Minnesota, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is highest at regional brokerage firms and large insurance carriers managing mid-market employer accounts.
How many employee benefits advisor jobs are remote?
About 75% of employee benefits advisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the highest remote share in roles focused on individual enrollment support and voluntary benefits consulting. Positions tied to on-site open enrollment events or in-person client relationship management are more likely to require regular in-office presence.
How do you become an employee benefits advisor?
Start by obtaining your state life and health insurance license, which requires completing a pre-licensing course and passing the state exam. From there, entry-level roles at brokerage firms or insurance carriers build your product knowledge. Pursuing a CEBS or GBA designation accelerates advancement into consultative and senior advisory positions.
Can you get hired as an employee benefits advisor with little experience?
Yes, many carriers and brokerages hire candidates into benefits enrollment specialist or inside sales roles with just a state license and a background in customer service or HR administration. These positions build the product knowledge and client-handling skills that lead directly to a full advisory role within one to two years.
What does the employee benefits advisor interview process look like?
Most employers start with a recruiter phone screen to confirm licensure and basic product knowledge, followed by a hiring manager interview focused on how you've handled client renewals, compliance questions, or enrollment challenges. Final rounds often include a case study or presentation where you walk through how you'd approach a new group account from needs assessment to plan recommendation.
Where can I find and apply to employee benefits advisor jobs?
You can find and apply to employee benefits advisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find roles that match your experience, licensure, and preferred work arrangement, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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