As a trusted advisor to enterprise clients across Canada, the Senior Benefits Consultant is responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing management of group benefits programs, including life, health, dental, disability, and flexible benefits plans. Reporting to the Vice‑President, Enterprise Group Solutions, this role works collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to deliver strategic, data‑driven solutions that balance employee value, cost sustainability, and compliance.The Senior Benefits Consultant will:
Serve as a trusted advisor to enterprise clients, providing strategic guidance on the design, funding, and optimization of group benefits programs, including insured, self‑funded, ASO, and flexible benefits plans.
Lead the annual renewal process end‑to‑end, including experience analysis, financial modeling, benchmarking, carrier negotiations, and the presentation of clear, actionable recommendations.
Analyze claims, utilization, and demographic data to identify trends, assess financial impact, and support plan design and flex pricing decisions.
Design and evaluate benefit plan structures that align with client objectives, cost constraints, and risk management considerations.
Manage RFPs and carrier evaluations, including preparation of market specifications, analysis of proposals, and coordination of carrier transitions.
Prepare and deliver concise, executive‑level reports and presentations that translate complex analysis into decision‑ready insights.
Ensure compliance with legislative and contractual requirements through review of plan documents, disclosures, vendor agreements, and employee communications.
Lead and coordinate multiple concurrent initiatives, managing scope, timelines, and quality while collaborating with internal teams, carriers, and vendors.
Act as a subject‑matter expert on group benefits trends, funding approaches, flex plan methodologies, and carrier practices.
Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and peer review to internal team members to support consistent, high‑quality client delivery.
Resolve complex, ad‑hoc client issues with sound judgment, analytical rigor, and practical problem‑solving.
Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in group insurance or employee benefits, including consulting, underwriting, or complex client service within insured and self‑funded environments.
Valid LLQP license in good standing; CEBS designation completed or in progress is strongly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to step into a senior advisory role quickly, manage sophisticated client relationships, and operate with credibility and independence.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to take ownership of complex issues through to resolution.
Strategic yet pragmatic mindset, able to balance long‑term thinking with hands‑on execution.
Clear, confident communicator with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Highly organized and detail‑oriented, with the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and quality.
Collaborative and proactive team contributor with strong relationship‑building skills across all levels.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Learn by working alongside our experts
Extended health care and dental benefits
A retirement savings plan with company contributions
A suite of Health & Wellness offerings
Mental Health programs and support for you and your family
Competitive compensation
At People Corporation we are committed to helping businesses succeed. We are a national provider of benefits, retirement, wealth, wellness, and human resource solutions. Our experts and solutions serve over 20,000 clients representing nearly 3 million Canadians. We offer customized solutions designed to fit the unique needs of businesses and their employees, members and stakeholders.
Providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and clients feel valued, respected and supported is something we're committed to. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. If you require an accommodation or an alternative format of any posting please reach out to [email protected].
Salary Range
The base salary for this position is between $100,000 - $120,000 annually.
This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation (i.e. annual bonus, commission etc.). The actual base salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will be able to provide additional details of the total compensation for this role.
Skills Required
- Minimum 5+ years progressive experience in group insurance or employee benefits
- Experience in consulting, underwriting, or complex client service within insured and self-funded environments
- Valid LLQP license in good standing
- CEBS designation completed or in progress
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Experience with financial modeling, benchmarking, claims/utilization analysis, carrier negotiations, RFP management and plan design
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, written/verbal presentation and client relationship skills
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives and provide mentorship/peer review to team members
What We Do
People Corporation is a national provider of integrated, people-oriented HR solutions in Canada. Their mission is to reimagine traditional benefits by providing expert support in group benefits, health and wellness, disability management, wealth solutions, and human resources. They help both organizations and individuals make informed choices about their wellbeing, allowing them to reach their full potential and strengthen the communities they serve.
