Technology Solutions Consultant

Company: Assurance
Location: Schaumburg
Posted on: March 16, 2023

Job Description:

Technology Solutions Consultants provide a highly desirable service to clients and prospects of Marsh McLennan Agency. This consulting service bolsters client retention and creates new prospective opportunities for Marsh McLennan Agency. Technology Solutions Consultants provide Marsh McLennan Agency a competitive edge in the broker landscape. Through the adaptation of HR Technology products, HR Technology Consulting projects will result in a reduced administrative burden on our Marsh McLennan Agency service teams, allowing them to focus their efforts on serving clients' employee benefits needs. - - CONSULTING SERVICE DELIVERY

• Provide strategic plans and timelines for clients' human capital management technology solution evaluations
• Gather and understand client objectives, requirements, and budgets
• Effectively analyze market data to produce recommendations and solutions
• Present recommendations and solutions with poise
• Manage the vendor sales cycles
• Collect and distribute relevant materials, documentation, and proposals
• Advocate on client's behalf and leverage MMA vendor relationships to affect services, costs, and contractual commitments positively
• Document and transition projects to appropriate parties through MMA consulting methodology THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
  • Operate as a technical expert in human capital management technology solutions
  • Serve as a human capital management solutions specialist directly with clients or internal teams
  • Is broadly involved in the industry through participation in external associations and events; forming and growing relationships with service providers and other key stakeholders; and understanding the capabilities of our competitors
  • Identify opportunities to refine and/or innovate services and consulting products EXECUTION OF CLIENT SERVICE
    • Work with Producer and/or Client Services teams and other internal departments to plan, execute, and track customized HR Technology service strategies for each client, designed to create measurable value and efficiencies in their businesses
    • Build personalized client relationships through demonstrated ownership of the HR Technology service plan and multiple channels of communication such as phone, email and in-person meetings
    • Work with internal departments to ensure cohesiveness and timeliness of service execution
    • Manage time effectively to prioritize workload, client service requests and service parameters on business processes MARKET STRATEGY AND NEGOTIATION
      • Evaluate terms and conditions of quotes received from vendors; compares quote options from multiple vendors and presents contract comparisons as requested
      • Remain current on HR Technology industry trends REQUIRED:
        • 5+ years of employee benefits or HR technology experience
        • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
        • Fundamental understanding or consulting and project management disciplines
        • Deep understanding of the HR function across various industries
        • Strong time management and organizational skills PREFERRED:
          • BS/BA in in business or related field
          • 7+ Years of HR or HR technology experience
          • PHR or other HR industry accreditation
          • PMP About Assurance
            Assurance, a Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC, company, is a full-service brokerage providing business insurance, employee benefits, private client insurance, and retirement services to businesses and individuals across the country. Assurance operates as Marsh & McLennan Agency's Midwest regional headquarters. Consistently recognized as a top workplace, Assurance attracts and retains its insurance talent by rewarding expertise and investing in career development. Assurance employees enjoy an award-winning culture that fosters a highly productive and results-driven working environment. Services: Business Insurance, Employee Benefits, Financial Services, Private Insurance, Surety
            
            Awards: Assurance is continually named a "Best Place to Work" by leading publications and organizations such as -Fortune -magazine, the National Association for Business Resources, -The Chicago Tribune, -Crain's Chicago Business -and -Business Insurance -magazine (check out all of our -accolades).
            
            Culture: Our employees enjoy an environment that fosters success and creativity and provides countless opportunities for growth. We make sure our employees are happy and motivated by offering enviable benefits, rewards programs, celebrations, perks and a few surprises around every corner. Together, it all adds up to a company that develops and retains passionate individuals who deliver superior performance and measurable results to our clients. Fun Fact: 31% of Assurance experts agree the best -Saturday Night Live -skit of all time is "More Cowbell". Assurance has won over a hundred workplace awards largely due to our intentional and caring approach that begins with meeting our people where they are, celebrating their differences and creating an inclusive environment. Assurance is a proud equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status or civil partnership/union status, veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Harassment or discrimination based upon any of the above is inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated; this includes harassment or discrimination for being associated with or knowing someone that identifies with any of the above. Marsh & McLennan Agency (MMA) provides colleagues the freedom to make a career and difference. We encourage you to explore your curiosity and creativity. We gain new insight from diverse thinking, and take risks on new ideas. We embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages and perspectives of our colleagues and clients. We are always seeking those with ethics, talent, and ambition who are interested in joining our client-focused teams. More than just insurance brokers, we believe that a business culture that supports a healthy, safe work environment does so by offering the right benefits, programs, policies and opportunities to keep employees engaged and productive including: health and welfare, tuition assistance, 401K, employee assistance program, volunteer opportunities, and other programs.

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