John Murray
About John Murray
John Murray is a Vice President and Total Rewards Consultant with 28 years of experience in employee benefits. He currently works at Newfront, advising corporate clients on effective benefits strategies and has previously held senior roles at Risk Strategies Company and Aetna.
Work at Newfront
John Murray currently serves as Vice President/Employee Benefits/Total Rewards Consultant at Newfront, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on advising corporate clients to develop effective employee benefits strategies utilizing a Total Rewards approach. His expertise in employee benefits allows him to support clients in creating comprehensive programs that meet the diverse needs of their workforce.
Previous Experience at Risk Strategies Company
Before joining Newfront, John Murray worked at Risk Strategies Company as Senior Vice President of Employee Benefits from 2009 to 2022. During his 13 years at the firm, he was instrumental in supporting a variety of benefit programs for employees across all 50 states and internationally. His leadership in this role helped shape the company's employee benefits offerings and client engagement strategies.
Experience at Aetna
John Murray began his career at Aetna, where he served as Sales Manager from 1993 to 1999. Over the course of six years, he developed skills in sales and client management, laying the foundation for his future roles in employee benefits and consulting. His time at Aetna contributed to his understanding of the insurance industry and employee benefits landscape.
Education and Expertise
John Murray studied Finance at San Francisco State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. He also completed his education at San Marin High School. His academic background, combined with 28 years of experience in employee benefits, equips him with the knowledge and skills necessary to develop creative solutions, funding arrangements, and program designs for complex accounts.
Skills and Specializations
John Murray possesses a diverse skill set that includes legislative knowledge, financial acumen, strategic planning, and communication. He is adept at providing human resources support to clients, ensuring that employee benefits programs align with organizational goals. His specialization in Total Rewards strategies enables him to offer comprehensive consulting services to corporate clients.