Wellness Strategy Manager

Job description

Position Summary This position is responsible for managing new and existing client relations and driving engagement within the program. It requires a focus on project management of client customization and integration of services to ensure a successful program, relationship building throughout the life of the client, and client satisfaction. Major Responsibilities Overall responsibility for the account, works with sales, brokers, consultants, and internal team post implementation, for all new accounts. Fully understands and communicates client expectations and background to ensure success launch of the WellnessIQ programs. Participate in implementation kick off calls and ongoing project meetings with clients’ stakeholders. Post-launch, the Wellness Strategy Manager will prepare and coordinate formal presentations to clients, consultants, brokers, members and producers regarding product, plan design, member education, service results, and renewals. This requires traveling to client locations. Establish working relationship with client point-of-contact; develops and oversees the account service strategy, including regularly scheduled meetings as agreed upon by the client. Prepare agendas, minutes, deliverable tracking and other project documentation to communicate progress internally and externally. Organizes and oversee client site visits, screenings and health fairs as necessary. Take ownership for service issues on behalf of client point-of-contact, work with service partners to resolve problems. Communicates status of on-going service issues to the client point-of-contact in a timely manner. Work with Senior Wellness Strategy Manager and Wellness Strategy Team Leads to resolve client service issues. Responsible for preparing proposals for system enhancements that may arise outside of the initial implementation. Enhancements need to be proposed to a change forum, tracked and managed while keeping client informed of progress and expected timelines. Provide client point-of contact support on benefit design changes. Oversee client management reporting. Position, deliver and communicate client management data to client and Producer, including but not limited to Monthly Activity Reports, Quarterly Reports, Annual Reviews and financial performance guarantee. Work collaboratively with Wellness Strategy Team Lead, and VP of Operations to develop and deliver engagement/strategy recommendations to clients. Communicate with VP of Operations regarding operational and platform related issues. Capitalize on all new revenue opportunities for existing clients by developing and executing a successful client management strategy. This should be coordinated with the Sales Consultant if needed. Deliver and manage client renewals to consultants, brokers, and client to ensure client management retention, profitability, revenue and satisfaction objectives that are consistent with company goals. Confidently runs a book of business post implementation through client growth phases, including short and long-term strategy Work in tandem with the Client Experience Manager to ensure project timelines are met and support is provided up to the highest standards for clients Assists client in building a business case for wellbeing as a business strategy. Follows current HIPAA/HITECH guidelines and procedures as described in the WellnessIQ’s Policy Manual. Maintains security of transmission or receipt of all emails, files, documents, reports, etc. relayed via computer, cell phones or other devices, that may contain PHI, as described in the WellnessIQ Policy Manual. Have an understanding of health insurance and related benefits. Ability to use individual creativity or professional background to enhance content available to clients and grow programs within WIQ. Effectively leverage company-approved AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot, as part of daily workflows and performance expectations to improve efficiency, organization, communication, and overall productivity Job Requirements and Qualifications Education and Experience Customer Service experience required BA or BS College Degree preferred Insurance brokerage experience specifically in employee benefits preferred Health and Wellness or Hospitality experience preferred Account Management or Project Management experience preferred Any combination of education, experience, and training that provides knowledge and abilities to perform the job will be considered Special Skills Required Excellent communication skills Strong typing skills Strong organization, communication and problem-solving skills Strong analytical and data management Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative manner in a rapidly changing environment Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment Customer focused and responsive Flexible regarding daily work assignments Self-starter with the ability to achieve results independently as well as in a team environment Highly motivated and energetic professional who enjoys working in an entrepreneurial, fast-growing environment Excellent interpersonal and organization skills Ability to respond professionally and accurately to requests received from a variety of clients Ability to effectively utilize AI-enabled workplace tools, including Microsoft Copilot, while exercising sound judgment and independent decision-making Frequent travel is an essential function of this role and may include overnight, multi-day, and out-of-state travel for broker meetings, client meetings, conferences, training, and other business needs Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, the individual should have proficiency in: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Salesforce or other CRM systems preferred Virtual meeting and collaboration platforms Experience with or willingness to learn Microsoft Copilot and other company-supported AI productivity tool Supervisory Responsibilities None Certificates, Licenses, Registration None Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time and use a telephone frequently Standing, walking, talking, hearing, sitting, reaching Lifting up to 25 lbs. occasionally; lifting up to 10 lbs. regularly Working Conditions Climate-controlled office environment with periodic travel to client offices, wellness events, company meetings, and implementation activities. Travel demands may fluctuate based on client needs, onboarding timelines, business initiatives, and periods of increased activity. While WellnessIQ will make every reasonable effort to provide advance notice for travel requirements, certain business needs, client requests, or operational circumstances may require travel to be scheduled on shorter notice. Flexibility and responsiveness regarding travel are essential components of this role. NOTE: The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job About Wellness IQ, INC. WellnessIQ was formed in 2007 to introduce a results-oriented approach to the management of employer sponsored wellness initiatives. The exponential growth of the company has identified WellnessIQ as a national leader in the wellness and benefits markets. An integrated portfolio of solutions includes a selection of nationally acclaimed wellness providers with the technology and account management needed to promote employee engagement and measurable results. Here at WellnessIQ, we believe that our employees are our greatest asset. By taking care of this asset, we create an environment that is a healthy and happy place to support, in full support of supporting our clients in the same. Our team values the relationship with our clients and we’re here to help you. WellnessIQ is looking for people with a passion for Wellness to join our team. Our goal is to marry this passion with a team of individuals who are also as excited as we are in supporting our client's initiatives to improve company-wide behavior change in physical and emotional health. Currently, we are recruiting to hire in 2026!