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Benefits Sales Executive roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field. Employers file PERM labor certification with the DOL before sponsoring permanent residency, making green card sponsorship a realistic path for qualified foreign professionals in benefits sales.
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Paychex is reimagining how businesses manage their workforce by bringing payroll, HR, benefits, and advisory services together into a single connected HCM platform. As Paychex and Paycor come together, we're combining innovative technology, data-driven insights, AI, and human expertise to help organizations work smarter, support their people, and achieve better business outcomes. This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to invest in innovation, simplify client experiences, and shape the future of work. At Paychex, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be part of something bigger as One Paychex.
Overview:
Advise with expertise. Deliver meaningful impact.
Health & Benefits Sales is where your expertise directly impacts how businesses care for their people. You’ll partner with small and mid-sized businesses to evaluate their needs, recommend the right health and benefits solutions, and help them build competitive, compliant offerings for their employees.
This is a consultative, relationship-driven sales role focused on both new and existing clients. You’ll work across product lines, carriers, and internal teams to deliver tailored solutions that align with each client’s goals—while navigating complex decisions with confidence and credibility.
Every conversation builds trust. Every solution supports employees. Every win drives long-term value.
Responsibilities:
- Generate new business and expand relationships with existing clients by identifying opportunities for health and employee benefits solutions
- Sell a range of offerings, including medical, ancillary, and employee benefits insurance products
- Lead consultative conversations with business owners and decision-makers to assess needs and recommend appropriate solutions
- Perform needs analysis and evaluate risk to align coverage options with client requirements
- Partner with internal teams, referral sources, and insurance carriers to deliver tailored solutions
- Manage the full sales process, including quoting, underwriting coordination, and contract execution
WHAT IT TAKES TO WIN:
- ~2+ years of professional or B2B sales experience in a consultative or client-facing environment
- Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to influence and guide client decisions
- Comfort navigating compliance-related and detail-oriented conversations
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, including clients, carriers, and internal partners
- Competitive, quota-driven mindset with accountability for results
- Life, Accident & Health insurance license required or ability to obtain within designated timeframe (role dependent)
WHY THIS ROLE:
- Uncapped earning potential with opportunity to grow across multiple product lines
- Highly consultative role with real impact on employee well-being and business success
- Opportunity to build expertise in health and benefits solutions within a growing market
- Access to strong carrier partnerships and a broad, competitive product portfolio
- Clear path to expand your career within a performance-driven, relationship-focused sales organization
If you’re driven to build relationships, navigate complex solutions, and make a meaningful impact—this is where you grow your career.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate's Degree in Business or related discipline
- Bachelor's Degree in Business or related discipline - Preferred
- 2 years of experience in Relevant sales/marketing experience or the equivalent education and experience.
- Relevant Insurance License This role requires you to be eligible for applicable insurance licensing in all 50 states, which may involve an enhanced background check. If you are not currently licensed, you will be required to obtain the necessary insurance license(s) within 90 calendar days of your official start date. Failure to obtain the required license(s) within 90 days of your start date and to maintain eligibility throughout the duration of your employment may result in corrective action, up to and including termination of employment. Paychex Insurance Agency, Inc. (PIA) will cover the cost of up to two (2) attempts to pass a state insurance licensing exam including exam materials and testing fee. The cost of any additional attempts will be at the expense of the individual employee. If an individual is hired by PIA with an active and current license(s), that employee will be responsible for the timely updating and/or verifying of any changes that may have occurred with their state license(s) prior to their start date at PIA. This includes any state of residence changes, e-mail changes, mailing address changes or name changes. - Required
- Management - Preferred
- Consulting - Preferred
- Presentations - Preferred
- Microsoft Office - Preferred
- Communication - Preferred
- Project Management - Preferred
- Sales Prospecting - Preferred
- Benchmarking - Preferred
- Marketing - Preferred
- Peer Review - Preferred
- Process Improvement - Preferred
- Underwriting - Preferred
- Business Development - Preferred
- Actuarial Consulting - Preferred
- Pricing Strategies - Preferred
LIVE THE PAYCHEX VALUES:
- Act with uncompromising integrity.
- Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.
- Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.
- Work in partnership and support each other.
- Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.
- Treat each other with respect and dignity.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?:
- We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
- We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
- We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
- We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
- We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.
Note: The benefits described apply to full-time employees. Benefits for part-time, contract, and intern roles may vary.
NOT SURE IF YOU MEET EVERY REQUIREMENT?:
At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.
Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Benefits Sales Executive
Document your degree field precisely
PERM requires your degree to match the role's educational requirements. A degree in business administration, human resources, or finance typically supports Benefits Sales Executive sponsorship better than a general arts degree, even with equivalent work experience.
Target employers with self-funded benefits plans
Large self-insured employers and third-party administrators sponsor more Benefits Sales Executive roles because they have dedicated HR procurement teams who understand PERM timelines and factor sponsorship costs into hiring budgets from the start.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Benefits Sales Executive openings by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 filing history, so you're applying to companies that have already navigated PERM rather than pitching the process to HR from scratch.
Confirm the job description matches O*NET
Before accepting an offer, ask HR to confirm the posted duties align with the O*NET occupation profile for Benefits Sales Executives. A mismatch between the offer letter and the PERM application can trigger a DOL audit and delay your case by months.
Clarify sponsorship timing before your start date
Employers typically file PERM after six to twelve months of employment. Ask during the offer stage whether the company starts the process within your first year, since delays can affect your adjustment of status timeline if you're on a bridging visa.
Verify the prevailing wage before negotiations
Look up your target role using the OFLC Wage Search to find the DOL prevailing wage for Benefits Sales Executive positions in your metro area. PERM requires your offered salary to meet or exceed that figure, so negotiating below it risks an invalid labor certification.
Green Card Benefits Sales Executive: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Benefits Sales Executive role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Benefits Sales Executive positions typically qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker roles requiring a bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field. If the employer requires an advanced degree or you hold an MBA with specialized benefits industry credentials, the role may qualify under EB-2. The employer's job requirements and your specific credentials determine which category applies.
How is the green card process different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
EB-3 green card sponsorship has no annual lottery, unlike the H-1B visa cap. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status or consular processing typically take two to four years or longer depending on your country of birth. Green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status tied to a single employer.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from my employer?
Your employer must run a supervised recruitment campaign demonstrating no qualified U.S. workers are available for the position before filing PERM with the DOL. For Benefits Sales Executive roles, this typically includes posting the job for 30 days, placing ads in specified locations, and documenting the recruitment outcomes. The process usually takes six to twelve months before I-140 filing.
How can I find employers who already sponsor green cards for Benefits Sales Executive roles?
Migrate Mate lets you search Benefits Sales Executive openings filtered by employers with a verified EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history. Targeting companies that have already completed PERM for similar roles is more efficient than asking an HR team to initiate the process for the first time on your behalf.
Can I change employers after my PERM is approved but before I get my green card?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules, you can change to a same or similar occupation after your I-140 is approved and your adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days. For Benefits Sales Executives moving to a comparable sales or account management role, portability generally applies, but your new employer does not need to restart PERM.