Employee Health & Benefits Insurance Placement Lead

Marsh McLennan

Employee Health & Benefits Insurance Placement Lead at Marsh McLennan Agency providing analysis, coverage recommendations, and marketing strategies in insurance.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeDurham • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serving as a resource for the team, analyzing client needs and providing recommendations on coverage and marketing strategies.
Collaborating closely with Producers in sales efforts, including responding to Requests for Proposals.
Maintaining strong relationships with insurance carriers through various communication channels.
Staying informed on market trends and risk transfer alternatives.
Coordinating with local leadership to align line-of-business strategies and promote best practices.
Negotiating pricing and policy terms with carriers to ensure the best fit for clients.
Leading the renewal process by preparing applications and submissions.
Supporting the development and execution of marketing and renewal strategies.
Utilizing client management systems and other technology platforms to track progress and document interactions efficiently.
Maintaining continuous professional development through attendance at seminars and carrier meetings.
Mentoring colleagues and providing backup support to account teams as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience with at least five years in the insurance industry
Extensive knowledge of insurance markets, policies, and coverage issues across all states and industries served.
Strong leadership and organizational skills to manage workload, guide teams, and foster a productive, service-oriented environment.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and persuasion abilities to build relationships, negotiate effectively, and motivate staff.
High level of discretion and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
Accept accountability for the quality of work
Life and Health insurance license or ability to obtain within 90 days (additional qualification)
Advanced degree(s) (additional qualification)
Insurance industry certifications in addition to necessary license(s) (additional qualification)
Significant prior experience leading teams and/or projects (additional qualification)

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Hard Skills & Tools

insurance marketsinsurance policiescoverage issuesnegotiationclient management systemsExcelMicrosoft Office

Soft Skills

leadershiporganizational skillscommunicationinterpersonal skillspersuasionproblem-solvingaccountability

Certifications

Life and Health insurance licenseinsurance industry certificationsadvanced degree