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Account Manager – Employee Benefits at Alera Group in Amarillo, TX
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Account Manager – Employee Benefits
In-Office | Amarillo, Texas
At Alera Group, our Employee Benefits teams help organizations attract, retain, and engage their workforce through creative, compliant, and competitive benefits strategies. We’re seeking a Account Manager who will make a meaningful impact by delivering proactive client service, thoughtful benefits strategy, and a high-touch experience for both clients and employees.
About Alera Group
Alera Group was founded in 2017 and has grown to become the 14th largest broker of U.S. business. We are passionate about our clients’ success in the areas of Employee Benefits, Property and Casualty Insurance, and Financial Services. With a network of offices nationwide, our commitment to collaboration allows us to offer national resources combined with local service.
This role supports clients by ensuring benefits programs are administered accurately, aligned with strategic objectives, and compliant with all regulatory requirements. You’ll partner with internal teams and client contacts to deliver seamless execution, creative solutions, and a superior client experience.
Why Alera Group
Meaningful Impact: Help clients and employees navigate benefits programs that drive retention, engagement, and satisfaction
Growth & Learning: Opportunities to deepen your expertise and gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries
Collaborative Culture: Work in a team-oriented environment that values accountability, partnership, and the principles of The Collaborative Way
What You’ll Do
- Supporting strategic initiatives by assisting producers with new and renewal group benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary plans
- Partnering with producers, carriers, and internal teams to coordinate renewals and gather required underwriting information
- Managing functional workflows such as requesting and reviewing carrier quotes, preparing proposals, enrollment packets, and renewal documentation
- Analyzing quotes, premiums, and plan details to identify issues, discrepancies, or opportunities and making recommendations to producers
- Ensuring accuracy of new and renewal policies, including coverages, rates, and plan details, and updating agency management systems accordingly
- Providing in‑house customer service to assigned clients, responding to questions related to insurance, claims, or administrative matters
- Preparing audit documentation and supporting internal or external reviews
- Maintaining organized electronic files, correspondence records, and suspense systems to track outstanding items
- Ensuring compliance with agency E&O guidelines, internal procedures, and best practices
- Contributing to a collaborative culture that supports colleagues across Alera Group’s national network
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in an employee benefits account management or similar role
- Strong understanding of employee benefit plans and ancillary coverages
- Experience working with benefits systems and carrier portals (e.g., BenefitPoint, AMS360, quoting platforms)
- Strong organizational and time‑management skills with attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant benefits administration tools
What Sets You Up for Success
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment
- Strong sense of accountability and ownership for client deliverables and timelines
- Curiosity and willingness to continuously learn and improve processes
- Strategic thinking with the ability to balance operational execution and client needs
- Commitment to supporting a performance‑based and client‑focused culture