AddressWho are Benefex?
We are a fast-moving technology company, and one of the most successful providers of online reward and benefits solutions in the UK. We believe no one comes to work to do a bad job or be actively disengaged, and that technology is instrumental in providing an exceptional employee experience. We are striving to create seamless but tangible interactions between employers and employees, making work a rewarding place for every single one of us. To help us on our quest to be the best, we need brilliant people on board and that’s where you come in.
Why should you apply?
- Learning: work with a talented team and learn from top Group Risk consultants
- Progression: although a 6 month FTC, opportunities to progress into other roles/teams
- Autonomy: own your portfolio of work
- Top 10 Employer, Sunday Times Best Places to Work Awards
- Work for a profitable, fast-growingmarket leader in the online reward and benefits space
Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship and require to people to be based in the UK or Ireland for this position
Great benefits:
6 month FTC (fixed term contract): £26,000
Flexible work – choose a working setup that works for you, our only ask is to see you once a month in the office and you must be based in the UK or Ireland.
️ 25 days holiday plus your local bank holidays
Your birthday off
️ Two half day wellbeing days
Healthcare cash plan
Employee Assistance Plan
Income Protection and life assurance
Pension scheme
Role Overview
We’re currently looking for someone to join our Corporate Benefits team as a Group Risk Specialist. In this role you will work closely with 2-3 Group Risk Consultants, supporting them with any Group Risk related administration (quotes, policies, claims, queries). This role is central to the continued growth and success of our broking team.
Responsibilities
- Understand and work within Corporate Benefits Compliance procedures at all times
- Uphold Corporate Benefits ‘Treating Customers Fairly’ ethics in all dealings with clients
- Ensure Benefex data protection policy is always adhered to
- Maintain a thorough knowledge of Benefex systems and processes
- Maintain the security of the premises and the data held within it and to ensure that any data processed is completed in secure environment in accordance with the Information Security Policy and associated documents
- Invoicing and Accounts:
- Request deposit premiums, reconcile accounts
- Chase premiums within agreed deadlines
- Underwriting:
- Liaise with provider and client to identify and manage underwriting requirements
- Claims:
- Death claims processing (Group Life)
- Disability Claims (Income Protection, Critical Illness)
- Market Reviews:
- Request quotations
- Chase insurers for terms
- Draft broking reports for the Consultants
- Other:
- Ensure all scheme documentation in place for new business and renewals
- Ensure that Corporate Benefits Trackers are kept up to date Request/check/issue policy documents
What are we looking for?
- Minimum 1-year administration experience dealing within an IFA, Employee Benefit Consultancy, or provider environment.
- Knowledge of Group Risk Schemes (Group Life, Income Protection, Critical Illness, Travel Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance)
- Team player
- Able to use initiative
- Adaptable
- Desire to learn and develop
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Good Analytical skills
- Good excel skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- First class time management skills - able to work to tight deadlines
- Excellent customer service skills – will be liaising with both providers and clients
Nice to have experience, knowledge of:
- Healthcare (Group PMI, Health Cash Plans, Dental Insurance and Health Screening)
- Flex benefits
- GR1 and/or IF7 and desire to progress with professional qualifications
- Experience dealing with large corporate schemes
Even if you don't meet all of the requirements for this role, we encourage you to apply! We are looking for talented and passionate individuals who are eager to learn and grow. We also offer a variety of other roles, so please check out our careers page to see if there is something else that might be a good fit for you.
Our interview process
Benefex understands the need to have a fast and efficient process, the below will all be completed in the shortest time possible.
Initial informal call with the Talent team
Online tests in numeracy and logical reasoning
Interview with the hiring manager and a member of the team
Final interview with the Director
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
