Sales Executive – Employee Benefits | Chicago, IL
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Explore a full-time employee benefits sales role in Chicago with SK HR Consultants. Build client relationships, develop new business, and advise on risk.
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Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Sales Executive – Employee Benefits | Chicago, IL
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job description
SK HR Consultants is seeking a Sales Executive – Employee Benefits in Chicago, Illinois. This full-time, on-site role is suited to an experienced insurance sales or professional services professional who can develop new business, grow client relationships, and advise organizations on employee benefits and risk strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Prospect for new business through referrals, professional networks, events, and industry partnerships.
- Maintain a sales pipeline of at least three times the annual sales target and manage leads and client activity in CRM systems.
- Identify cross-selling opportunities across other Gibson service lines.
- Develop benefit and risk strategies for new and existing accounts, recommending tailored program structures and coverage strategies.
- Coordinate renewals, carrier proposals, and service timelines with internal teams.
- Help ensure solutions meet client expectations, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
- Analyze risk, claims, and benefit design trends; educate clients on evolving insurance and employee benefits solutions.
- Build lasting client relationships through proactive consulting and risk management guidance.
Required Qualifications
- At least five years of experience in insurance sales or professional services consulting.
- Demonstrated success managing and growing a book of business.
- Strong communication, negotiation, presentation, and strategic planning skills.
- Life and Health license, or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and CRM tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree.
- CEBS designation.
- Experience serving mid-to-large employee benefits groups.
- Experience with independently owned insurance agencies.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is self-motivated, goal-driven, and confident presenting strategic recommendations to clients. They bring a consultative mindset and a commitment to building high-retention relationships.
Job Details
- Job title: Sales Executive – Employee Benefits
- 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.