Employee Benefits Consultant

Overview

We're looking for an ambitious and client-focused Financial Services & Employee Benefits Consultant to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, identifying opportunities and providing expert financial advice that genuinely improves outcomes for clients. You'll work with both individual and corporate clients, helping them navigate pensions, investments, protection solutions and employee benefits programmes, while developing long-term trusted advisor relationships. At Gallagher, we believe in supporting people who are proactive, entrepreneurial and eager to continuously develop their expertise. If you're someone who enjoys taking ownership, finding solutions and making a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you. How you'll make an impact Deliver agreed new business and income targets through the provision of ethical, compliant and client-focused financial advice. Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, ensuring exceptional levels of service and support. Build new client relationships through networking, referrals and market engagement activities. Establish and nurture relationships with key introducers and referrers. Coach and support referrers to identify opportunities and connect potential clients with Gallagher. Demonstrate specialist knowledge across pensions, investments, protection, group risk and employee benefits solutions. Manage corporate employee benefits and group risk arrangements, including renewals, scheme implementation, re-broking exercises, claims support and member communications. Conduct annual client reviews and consultations as required. Research market solutions and recommend products aligned to client needs and objectives. Complete detailed financial reviews, fact finds and risk profiling exercises. Prepare tailored financial recommendations and reports for both individual and corporate clients. Support clients throughout the decision-making process, ensuring they fully understand their options. Maintain strong relationships with accountants, solicitors and other professional contacts to generate mutual business opportunities. Keep clients informed of relevant market developments, legislative changes and new financial solutions. About you Experience in a similar Financial Services role. QFA (Qualified Financial Adviser) designation in line with the Central Bank of Ireland's Minimum Competency Code. Relevant retirement planning or employee benefits qualification, such as RPA (Retirement Planning Adviser) or CFP®. Strong knowledge of pensions, investments, protection and financial planning solutions. Proven ability to build trusted client relationships and generate new business opportunities. Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Commitment to maintaining CPD requirements and regulatory standards. Desirable Experience managing employee benefits and group risk arrangements. Knowledge of corporate pension schemes, group life assurance, group income protection and healthcare solutions. Established network within the Irish financial services market. Compensation and benefits At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page. Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being Career development opportunities and ongoing learning A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. Although this role is listed as full-time, if you’re in a job-share partnership, work reduced hours, or have any other flexible arrangement, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if required, so please let us know. Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)