Senior Consultant Bolton Partners Inc Towson, MD Job Details Full-time $165,000•$220,000 a year 10 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Gym membership Qualifications Affordable Care Act (ACA) Healthcare consulting Customer relationship building Management Benefits strategy management Team leadership Client services experience within consulting industry Professional development support Mentoring Leading team collaboration initiatives Pricing analysis experience within healthcare industry Presentation creation Managing projects Financial regulatory compliance Productivity software Project leadership Healthcare compliance Consulting firm experience

Full Job Description Description:

Senior Consultant•

Health & Welfare Benefits Location:

Towson, MD Salary Range:

$165,000•$220,000

Department:

Health Employment Type:

Full-Time | Exempt About the Role Bolton is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant to lead and deliver strategic consulting services across a broad portfolio of Health & Welfare benefits programs . This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who enjoys partnering with clients, leading teams, and shaping long-term benefits strategies in a dynamic consulting environment. As a Senior Consultant, you will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding plan design, financial strategy, vendor negotiations, and implementation•while mentoring junior staff and supporting business development efforts. What You'll Do Serve as the primary consultant and relationship manager for assigned client groups Lead consulting engagements across medical, pharmacy, dental, life, disability, vision, FSA/HSA, voluntary benefits, and reinsurance Drive claims analysis, renewal strategy, and financial modeling to support long-term client decision-making Manage RFPs, vendor searches, and carrier negotiations on behalf of clients Oversee plan implementations, open enrollment strategies, and employee communications Present complex financial and compliance topics clearly to client leadership teams Identify cost drivers, utilization trends, benchmarking insights, and plan design opportunities Stay current on healthcare marketplace trends, ACA requirements, and regulatory changes Mentor and develop junior consultants and analysts Support client development and growth efforts , including finalist presentations and conferences

Requirements:

What We're Looking For Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience 15+ years of experience in health & welfare consulting, brokerage, or carrier environments Deep expertise in group health plan strategy, pricing, and financial analysis Proven success managing complex client relationships and multiple projects simultaneously Strong presentation, communication, and executive-level consulting skills Demonstrated experience leading teams and mentoring junior staff Working knowledge of benefits administration platforms and healthcare compliance (ACA) Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word Preferred Qualifications CEBS designation or actuarial/underwriting training Maryland Health & Life license (or ability to obtain within first year) Maryland Health Exchange Agent/Broker certification (or commitment to obtain) Travel Approximately 30% regional travel (land and air) Bolton offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Family medical, dental, and vision coverage Employer-paid life and disability insurance 401(k) with company match (after 6 months) Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave Hybrid telework arrangements Monthly fitness stipend Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities Why Bolton? At Bolton, you'll join a collaborative consulting firm that values expertise, integrity, and long-term client partnerships. We offer the opportunity to work on complex, meaningful projects while growing your leadership impact in a supportive, collegial environment. Bolton is an Equal Opportunity Employer We recruit, hire, and promote qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.