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Benefits Specialist roles at mid-size and large U.S. employers qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship under EB-2 or EB-3, depending on your degree level and years of experience. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL before petitioning USCIS, making this a permanent residency path rather than a temporary work authorization.
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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.
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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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Translate your credentials for U.S. PERM requirements
Foreign degrees and HR certifications like SHRM or CEBS need to align with the minimum requirements your employer lists in the PERM job description. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation completed before your employer drafts the job posting.
Target employers with self-funded benefits programs
Companies that administer their own health, retirement, or leave programs in-house sponsor Benefits Specialists far more often than those that outsource benefits to a PEO. Filter your search toward firms with dedicated HR or total rewards departments.
Search sponsoring employers using Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate lets you search Benefits Specialist roles specifically at employers with green card filing history, so you're not guessing which companies will actually sponsor. Filter by EB-2 or EB-3 history to match your own qualifications and degree level.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your job duties, location, and experience level. Look up the applicable wage level using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating, since Level I and Level II wages differ significantly for Benefits Specialists.
Clarify the PERM job description matches your actual duties
PERM requires the employer to advertise the exact minimum requirements for the role. If your offer letter describes duties beyond what the PERM posting lists, USCIS can challenge the petition. Confirm the job description used for PERM reflects your real day-to-day responsibilities.
Account for PERM timing in your current status planning
PERM labor certification alone can take six to eighteen months before you reach the I-140 stage. If you're on a time-limited status like H-1B visa or OPT, confirm your employer intends to file early enough to protect your ability to stay in status throughout the process.
Green Card Benefits Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Benefits Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Benefits Specialist positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers requiring at least two years of training or experience. Roles requiring a master's degree or equivalent in human resources, business administration, or a related field can qualify under EB-2. Your employer's PERM job posting determines which category applies, based on the minimum requirements they set for the position.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Benefits Specialist?
H-1B is a temporary work visa with a three-year initial period and a lottery at the cap-subject level. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual lottery and no expiration of status once approved. The PERM process involves DOL labor market testing before USCIS reviews the petition, making the overall timeline longer but the outcome permanent.
How long does the PERM green card process take for Benefits Specialists?
The full process from PERM filing to a green card approval typically runs two to four years for most countries, though nationals from India and China face significantly longer waits due to per-country backlogs. PERM labor certification averages six to eighteen months, followed by the I-140 petition and then adjustment of status or consular processing.
What kind of employers sponsor Benefits Specialists for a green card?
Large corporations, hospital systems, university systems, and financial institutions with dedicated total rewards or HR operations teams are the most consistent sponsors. These employers have the legal infrastructure and retention incentive to support multi-year green card processes. Use Migrate Mate to filter Benefits Specialist openings by employers with documented EB-2 or EB-3 filing history, so your search focuses on proven sponsors.
Can my employer use the O*NET occupation profile to support the PERM petition?
Yes. The O*NET occupation profile for Benefits Specialists documents standard duties, required knowledge areas, and typical education levels. Immigration attorneys and employers often reference O*NET when drafting the PERM job description to demonstrate that the position meets specialty occupation or skilled worker standards. Your actual duties should align closely with the O*NET profile to avoid inconsistency issues during DOL or USCIS review.