[Remote] Benefits Consulting Practice Lead (Remote)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Businessolver is a company that has been delivering innovative benefits technology and services since 1998. The Benefits Consulting Practice Lead is responsible for managing carrier and vendor partnerships, driving innovation, and ensuring the delivery of client-elected benefits coverages while serving as a trusted advisor to clients. Responsibilities • Lead strategic initiatives to ensure seamless delivery of client-elected benefits coverages • Cultivate and manage relationships with carriers and vendors to optimize service delivery and partnership value • Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing guidance and solutions that enhance satisfaction and retention • Influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive innovation and continuous improvement • Identify and resolve complex client and vendor challenges with agility and strategic foresight • Represent Businessolver’s values and vision in all client and partner interactions • Champion Businessolver’s mission, vision, and values, fostering a collaborative team environment • Develop and maintain trusted strategic partnerships with carriers, vendors, clients, and internal teams • Act as a key influencer and change agent, empowered to make decisions that enhance value for partners and clients • Stay current on industry trends and technology to inform strategic integrations and innovations • Lead recurring meetings and project sessions with partners, clients, and internal teams; own agendas, facilitate discussions, and ensure documentation • Resolve client escalations related to partner services in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders • Align partner and client engagement strategies with organizational goals through cross-functional collaboration • Support placement and renewal of Voluntary Benefits coverage for Agency clients • Facilitate quarterly stewardship meetings to review plan performance and engagement • Serve as a key point of contact for client inquiries and partner coordination • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and service quality • Provide executive-level guidance to partners on service models and integration standards • Review partner performance using scorecards, KPIs, and ROI data; lead improvement discussions • Analyze operational trends and provide feedback and recommendations • Serve as a subject matter expert for internal teams on partner services, pricing, and integrations • Facilitate training sessions for sales consultants, strategic advisors, and client services • Provide coaching and performance feedback to direct reports, fostering professional growth • Fulfill additional duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness • Uphold organizational policies and maintain the highest ethical standard Skills • Bachelor's (or equivalent) degree required • 8+ years in client and partner management, enterprise integrations, or strategic relationship roles within HRIS, payroll, benefits administration, carrier systems, or brokerage • Proven ability to lead initiatives in a fully remote environment • Strong ownership of projects with demonstrated success in cross-functional leadership • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; adept at stakeholder engagement and meeting facilitation • Skilled in leading through change, managing ambiguity, and driving stakeholder engagement • Executive presence with the ability to influence without direct authority • Effective collaboration across technical, sales, and executive teams • Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), Salesforce, and familiar with XML, EDI, and data mapping tools • Willingness to travel up to 30% • Master's degree preferred. Focus in Business, Project Management, Technology, or related field Benefits • This role is eligible to participate in the annual bonus incentive plan. • If this position is full-time or part-time benefit eligible, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed here: Company Overview • Businessolver is an employee benefits administration technology company. It was founded in 1998, and is headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship • Businessolver has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2025, 3 in 2024, 3 in 2023, 2 in 2022, 3 in 2021, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Apply tot his job