Executive Vice President, Employee Benefits (Austin)

Executive Vice President, Employee Benefits

About the Company

Pioneering insurance brokerage & wealth management firm

Industry

Insurance

Type

Privately Held

Founded

2017

Employees

1001-5000

Categories

• Consulting & Professional Services
• Insurance
• B2B
• Enterprise
• Risk Analysis
• Investing
• Employee Management
• Local Community
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Client Management
• Personalized Service
• Brokerage
• Finance
• Marketing
• Consulting
• Professional Services
• Agency

Specialties

About the Role

The Company is in search of an Executive Vice President for Employee Benefits to lead the strategic direction and drive growth within the organization. This senior leadership role is pivotal in setting and implementing initiatives that enhance client retention, expand net commission and fee growth, and strengthen carrier partnership programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for equipping producers and service professionals with the necessary tools and support to deliver exceptional value. Key responsibilities include driving new sales, increasing client retention, and partnering with national and regional leadership to ensure the delivery of best-in-class services and solutions. The role also involves creating and owning intellectual capital for the employee benefits practice, establishing clear performance metrics, and overseeing all regional operations to ensure compliance and ethical standards.

Applicants for the Executive Vice President, Employee Benefits position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with a graduate degree or MBA preferred. A minimum of 15 years' experience in employee benefits consulting, with a proven track record in leadership and strategic planning, is required. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive knowledge of employee benefits plans, current healthcare trends, and industry challenges, as well as advanced communication and interpersonal skills. Professional certifications such as CEBS and Life & Health licenses are strongly preferred. The role demands a leader with the ability to build relationships with executive stakeholders, a deep understanding of insurance and benefits legislation, and a background in a fast-paced, rapidly growing organization, particularly one backed by private equity.

Hiring Manager Title

President

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions