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Benefits Consultant roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field. Employers filing LCAs under SOC code 13-1141 must meet DOL prevailing wage requirements. No lottery exemption applies, so timing your job search around the April cap season matters.
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At Alliant Insurance Services, we thrive on creating employee benefits solutions built on the idea that health makes growth possible. As top tier professionals dedicated to solving our clients' health and welfare insurance challenges, Alliant team members deliver an unrivaled depth of service, and our unique approach enables us to help clients stay resilient and turn change into opportunity. This position is a chance to join a dynamic, expanding company with prospects for individual and career growth.
As one of the 5 largest insurance brokerage firms in the U.S., Alliant provides property and casualty, workers' compensation, employee benefits, surety, and financial products and services to clients nationwide.
SUMMARY
Acts as an agent of Producer assigned accounts, including servicing and/or solicitation activities. Manages book of business and directs work of service team. Expert in all benefit lines and funding mechanisms.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manages all client required services and maintains client relationship with no input from Producers;
- Manages large market book of business through direction of employees on service team;
- Receives and develops new business leads from Producers or identifies and develops cross-sell opportunities;
- Acts as direct point of contact for client from time of lead;
- Acts as the lead representative to an assigned book-of-business;
- Participates in team selling process including finalist interviews and RFP responses;
- Prepares and presents to client renewal analysis;
- Sells renewal business to existing clients and where applicable, sells additional lines of coverage;
- Promotes to clients other services offered by our agency by way of preparing Producer Service Proposals;
- Provides analysis and recommendations concerning client's existing coverages;
- Selects carriers for solicitation and negotiates with carriers for benefit and premium considerations;
- Receives and responds to client inquiries including benefit and claim questions and issues;
- Reviews client coverage contracts and amendments for accuracy;
- Manages and negotiates third party vendor relationships and contracts on behalf of the client;
- Manages dedicated service team;
- Serves as technical expert, assisting department members to resolve complex issues;
- Creates new client sales opportunities;
- Collection of fees, reconciliation and resolution of any outstanding balances within 60 days of invoicing date;
- Complies with agency management system data standards and data integrity (enters and maintains complete and accurate information);
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ten (10) or more years related work experience
Must continue to meet Continuing Education requirements for license renewal
Valid Insurance License
Requires in depth knowledge of underwriting principles and market conditions;
SKILLS
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent problem solving and time management skills
- Ability to lead a team and to foster teamwork
- Excellent planning, organizational and prioritization skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
We are proud to provide comprehensive, high quality employee programs to meet employees' needs now and in the future, including a very competitive financial package. We encourage you to explore what we have to offer.
For immediate consideration for this position, please click on the "Apply" button.
Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications and ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including California law.
Applicants are protected under Federal law from discrimination. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process or would like to review these materials in an alternative format, please reach out to Careers@Alliant.com.
INTRODUCTION
At Alliant Insurance Services, we thrive on creating employee benefits solutions built on the idea that health makes growth possible. As top tier professionals dedicated to solving our clients' health and welfare insurance challenges, Alliant team members deliver an unrivaled depth of service, and our unique approach enables us to help clients stay resilient and turn change into opportunity. This position is a chance to join a dynamic, expanding company with prospects for individual and career growth.
As one of the 5 largest insurance brokerage firms in the U.S., Alliant provides property and casualty, workers' compensation, employee benefits, surety, and financial products and services to clients nationwide.
SUMMARY
Acts as an agent of Producer assigned accounts, including servicing and/or solicitation activities. Manages book of business and directs work of service team. Expert in all benefit lines and funding mechanisms.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manages all client required services and maintains client relationship with no input from Producers;
- Manages large market book of business through direction of employees on service team;
- Receives and develops new business leads from Producers or identifies and develops cross-sell opportunities;
- Acts as direct point of contact for client from time of lead;
- Acts as the lead representative to an assigned book-of-business;
- Participates in team selling process including finalist interviews and RFP responses;
- Prepares and presents to client renewal analysis;
- Sells renewal business to existing clients and where applicable, sells additional lines of coverage;
- Promotes to clients other services offered by our agency by way of preparing Producer Service Proposals;
- Provides analysis and recommendations concerning client's existing coverages;
- Selects carriers for solicitation and negotiates with carriers for benefit and premium considerations;
- Receives and responds to client inquiries including benefit and claim questions and issues;
- Reviews client coverage contracts and amendments for accuracy;
- Manages and negotiates third party vendor relationships and contracts on behalf of the client;
- Manages dedicated service team;
- Serves as technical expert, assisting department members to resolve complex issues;
- Creates new client sales opportunities;
- Collection of fees, reconciliation and resolution of any outstanding balances within 60 days of invoicing date;
- Complies with agency management system data standards and data integrity (enters and maintains complete and accurate information);
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ten (10) or more years related work experience
Must continue to meet Continuing Education requirements for license renewal
Valid Insurance License
Requires in depth knowledge of underwriting principles and market conditions;
SKILLS
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent problem solving and time management skills
- Ability to lead a team and to foster teamwork
- Excellent planning, organizational and prioritization skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
We are proud to provide comprehensive, high quality employee programs to meet employees' needs now and in the future, including a very competitive financial package. We encourage you to explore what we have to offer.
For immediate consideration for this position, please click on the "Apply" button.
Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications and ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including California law.
Applicants are protected under Federal law from discrimination. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process or would like to review these materials in an alternative format, please reach out to Careers@Alliant.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Benefits Consultant
Verify your role meets specialty occupation
Benefits Consultant positions must require a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Pull the O*NET profile for Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists to confirm the education requirement language before your employer files the LCA.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Search Migrate Mate to filter Benefits Consultant roles by employers who have already filed H-1B LCAs. This cuts your outreach list to companies that have cleared the DOL certification step before and understand the sponsorship process.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating
Run your target metro area and SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the applicable wage level, and knowing the floor protects you from underpayment that could trigger a USCIS RFE.
Flag benefits administration experience on your resume
USCIS scrutinizes whether Benefits Consultant duties genuinely require a specialized degree. Highlight technical skills like ERISA compliance, 401(k) plan administration, or actuarial analysis to reinforce that the role isn't a generalist HR position that any degree covers.
Confirm employer registration status with E-Verify
USCIS requires petitioning employers to be registered entities capable of filing I-129. If a prospective employer uses a staffing intermediary, verify that the actual end-client or the intermediary, not both, is listed as the petitioner and is enrolled in E-Verify.
H-1B Visa Benefits Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Benefits Consultant role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as human resources, business administration, or finance. Generic roles where any degree suffices don't meet the specialty occupation standard. Your employer's LCA and I-129 must document that the job duties require specialized knowledge tied directly to that field of study.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Benefits Consultants?
Large insurance carriers, HR consulting firms, benefits administration companies, and major corporations with in-house benefits teams have filed H-1B LCAs for this role. Browse Benefits Consultant roles on Migrate Mate to see employers filtered by verified H-1B filing history, so you're applying to companies already familiar with the sponsorship process.
What SOC code applies to Benefits Consultant H-1B filings?
Most Benefits Consultant roles are filed under SOC code 13-1141, Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists. Your employer uses this code when filing the LCA with DOL and on the I-129 petition with USCIS. The prevailing wage USCIS and DOL apply is tied to this code and your worksite's geographic area, so verifying the correct code matters before your offer letter is signed.
Can a Benefits Consultant switch employers while on H-1B?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. If your new employer files an I-129 transfer petition before your current status expires, you can start the new role as soon as the petition is received by USCIS, without waiting for approval. The new role must still qualify as a specialty occupation under the same standards as your original petition.
How does the H-1B lottery affect Benefits Consultant job seekers?
Benefits Consultant roles are cap-subject, meaning your petition enters the annual lottery if you're not already in H-1B status. USCIS accepts registrations in March for an October 1 start. If you're on OPT when selected, cap-gap rules extend your work authorization through September 30. Plan your job search timeline so your employer can submit the I-129 immediately after lottery selection.