Sales Executive – Employee Benefits | Chicago, IL
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Explore a full-time Chicago employee benefits sales role with SK HR Consultants. Develop client relationships, grow business, and advise on benefits strategy.
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Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Full time
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Sales Executive – Employee Benefits | Chicago, IL
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job description
SK HR Consultants is hiring a full-time Sales Executive – Employee Benefits in Chicago, Illinois. This position is suited to an experienced insurance sales or professional services consultant who can develop new business, grow client relationships, and advise organizations on employee benefits and risk strategies.
Responsibilities
- Develop new business: Prospect through referrals, professional networks, events, and industry partnerships; maintain a sales pipeline of at least three times the annual sales target; manage leads and client activity in CRM systems; and identify cross-selling opportunities across Gibson service lines.
- Lead client strategy: Develop benefit and risk strategies for new and existing accounts, recommend tailored program structures and coverage strategies, and coordinate renewals, carrier proposals, and service timelines with internal teams.
- Provide consulting and risk management: Analyze risk, claims, and benefit design trends; educate clients on insurance and employee benefits solutions; and build lasting relationships through proactive advice.
- Ensure recommendations and account activities align with client expectations, regulations, and industry standards.
Required Qualifications
- At least five years of experience in insurance sales or professional services consulting.
- Proven success managing and growing a book of business.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and strategic planning skills.
- Life and Health license, or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, and CRM tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree.
- CEBS designation.
- Experience in employee benefits for mid-to-large groups.
- Experience with independently owned insurance agencies.
Ideal Candidate
- Self-motivated and goal-driven.
- Confident presenter with strong relationship-building and advisory skills.
Position Details
- Employer: SK HR Consultants
- Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Job type: Full-time, on-site
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or on-site?
This Sales Executive role is on-site in Chicago, Illinois, with no remote work option.
What kind of experience do I need to qualify for this job?
You need at least 5 years of experience in insurance sales or professional services consulting, with a proven track record of managing and growing a book of business.
Are there any licensing requirements for this role?
You must have a Life & Health License or be able to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
What will my main responsibilities be as a Sales Executive?
You will drive new business development, manage client relationships, lead benefit and risk strategy development, handle renewals and proposals, and advise clients on insurance and employee benefits solutions.
What qualifications or skills are preferred for this job?
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and a CEBS designation are highly desirable, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools.