Director - Health and Benefits Consulting

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and management of group medical, dental, wellbeing, disability, and time off plans for clients.
• Serve as the lead project manager, ensuring delivery against objectives, budgets, timelines, and quality standards.
• Proactively advise clients and ensure the delivery of superior client service.
• Play a key role in vendor procurement, negotiation, implementation, and optimization activities.
• Facilitate access to specialist resources in areas such as pharmacy, data analytics, and compliance.
• Support new business generation by participating in prospecting opportunities.
• Mentor junior colleagues and lead client teams by assigning roles and ensuring accountability.
• Review client deliverables to ensure alignment with objectives and professional excellence standards.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in the design and management of complex health and welfare plans.
• Proven experience in a consulting or brokerage environment, or a consultative role at a carrier or vendor.
• Strong analytical, creative, and integrative skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to obtain a State Life and Health license within 90 days of joining.
• Bachelor's degree is strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• CEBS designation.
• Health and welfare actuarial or underwriting training.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support.
• Financial wellness tools such as Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and 401k savings plans.
• Various leave options including paid holidays, annual PTO, and parental/adoption leave.
• Company-paid life insurance and supplemental coverage options.

About the Company

WTW is a leading global advisory firm that helps organizations manage risk, optimize benefits, and improve employee outcomes. We provide cutting-edge solutions across health, wealth, and career sectors to help our clients navigate complex challenges.