Senior Associate, Health & Benefits Consultant

Company: Piper Jordan
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 6, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Brown and Brown is seeking a Senior Associate, Health & Benefits to join our growing team in San Diego, CA or Las Vegas, NV . As a Senior Associate, Health & Benefits, you will serve as a core member of our consulting team and a trusted advisor to mid-size and large employer clients. You will lead day-to-day project delivery and client interactions while helping drive business outcomes, contribute to strategic plan development, and strengthen long-term partnerships. This role blends client service excellence with operational execution and offers a growth path toward senior consulting leadership. How You Will Contribute Serve as the primary or day-to-day contact for a portfolio of client relationships, with accountability for project execution, deliverables, and overall satisfaction Support and lead the development of multi-year benefits strategies aligned to client goals, market trends, and organizational objectives Facilitate vendor selection, procurement, negotiation, and implementation processes for medical, pharmacy, dental, disability, life, and voluntary benefits Interpret claims, pricing, and actuarial data; translate findings into actionable recommendations that improve cost efficiency, member outcomes, and plan sustainability Develop and deliver compelling client presentations and reports that synthesize data, policy, and strategy in clear and effective formats Partner with compliance, population health, pharmacy, communications, and data teams to deliver holistic consulting services and cross-functional insights Serve as a point of escalation for service delivery issues, collaborating with vendors and internal resources to resolve problems proactively Mentor and guide junior team members, ensuring quality standards, professional growth, and client responsiveness Contribute to business development efforts, including responding to RFPs, preparing presentations, and identifying new service opportunities within existing client portfolios Licenses And Certifications State Life and Health license required within 90 days of employment Skills & Experience To Be Successful 6 years of progressive experience in health & benefits consulting, brokerage, or carrier/vendor environment Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CEBS) preferred In-depth understanding of health and welfare plan design, funding, compliance, underwriting, and vendor management Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, synthesize data and strategy, and communicate insights to client stakeholders Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to build trust with HR leaders, procurement teams, and C-level executives Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools Pay Range $105k - $130k Annual The pay range provided above is made in good faith and based on our lowest and highest annual salary or hourly rate paid for the role and takes into account years of experience required, geography, and/or budget for the role. Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including: Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more. Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations. The Power To Be Yourself As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.

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