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Benefits Sales Specialist

Symetra
paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States
Feb 26, 2026
Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our Benefits Division sales team as a Benefits Sales Specialist! About the role As a Benefits Sales Specialist. You will provide direct support to the Senior Sales leadership team and their direct reports. You will own moderately difficult to complex administrative tasks, including organizing, prioritizing and coordinating a range of sales support requests: administering basic invoice submission / expense analysis and periodic report distribution; acquisition integration support, third party contract support and light project coordination. This role will be responsible for handling of confidential information and could be required to communicate same to various groups within Symetra on behalf of Sales Leadership. What you will do Draft, finalize and distribute presentations and communications through discussions, research, editing or other, as requested by Sales Leadership Manage day-to-day service needs, including monitoring claim reporting requirements, premium remittances, and ensuring accurate and timely uploads into the Employer Excess Loss platform Schedule and organize Sales team meetings as requested by Sales Leadership Capture, consolidate and distribute notes from key sales meetings Support agenda development and scheduling of monthly / quarterly / annual Sales call Assist Sales Leadership with internal and external information gathering As needed, serve as proxy for Sales Leader(s) in sales meetings Assist Sales Leadership with annual budget development, Anaplan budget data input and periodic "actuals vs budget" reporting Address budget change requests in Anaplan and communicate same to Finance Communicate with Sales Leadership on any issues impacting or related to budget Coordinate invoice submission, tracking and reporting for sponsored broker events, third party consultants and related Sales activities Track and report on external consultant activity and expenses Support training personnel with scheduling on-boarding and training sessions Provide support around training resources / material development and distribution Drive third party consultant support, contract adherence monitoring and communication Coordinate event sponsorship activities with Sales & Marketing (i.e. booth; giveaways; etc.) Schedule and organize Sales team and/or regional broker events in collaboration with Sales Leadership and/or Symetra's Events Team Collaborate with Strategic Partnership team and/or Symetra's Events Team on logistics around national broker events Work with third party consultant(s) to schedule / track / report on broker meetings, speaking engagements and related activities Why work at Symetra "Symetra is truly a great place to work. The positive work climate, strong sense of team, and the resources available make it feel like one cohesive family. What stands out most to me is the company's deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion-it's not just a statement, it's an active and ongoing priority that's felt throughout the organization." -Charlotte G., Sr. Underwriter - Consultant Stop Loss "If you are looking for a company that will magnify your talents, give you a voice, and that will continuously challenge you while pushing you to grow, you've found the right place. I'm so lucky to have found Symetra. I have never been happier!" Gina B. - Medical Risk Consultant RN- Auditor Trainer What we offer you We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home. Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6% Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview Compensation $27.10 - $45.16 hourly plus eligibility for Company Annual Bonus Who you are High School diploma required Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required 5-7 years' experience in administrative support in a sales environment required Group Insurance Sales experience strongly preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated digital literacy and attention to detail High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office suite including PowerPoint and Excel Ability to work independently and proactively, driving support for sales leadership team We empower inclusion At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute. Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here. Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom. For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers Work Authorization Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company. Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements: As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection: Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband." Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL. Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up. When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above. Identity Verification Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity. Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in: Disqualification from the recruitment process Withdrawal of a job offer Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered