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Customer Service Specialist- Bilingual

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Full fluency in Spanish and English
  • Previous customer service experience in an inbound call center or similar environment
  • High school diploma or equivalent; some college education preferred
  • Experience using various modern computer systems and software applications

Responsibilities

  • Assist customers via various communication channels, including phone, email, chat, and social media
  • Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues efficiently, effectively, and in a timely manner
  • Utilize multiple systems and software tools to access customer information and document relevant details
  • Take ownership of customer issues and follow through until resolution

Key facts

Other skills

  • Customer Service
  • Multitasking
  • Problem Solving
  • Decision Making
  • Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Time Management

About the company

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Protective Life

Insurance

Protective has helped people achieve protection and security in their lives for 115 years. Through its subsidiaries, Protective helps more than 12 million people protect what matters most. Protective’s more than 3,700 employees put people first and deliver on the company’s promises to customers, partners, colleagues and communities — because we’re all protectors. With a long-term focus, financial stability and commitment to doing the right thing, Protective Life Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc. (TSE:8750), has grown to about $132 billion in assets, as of Dec. 31, 2021. Protective is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, and supported by both robust virtual workforce and core sites in Cincinnati and St. Louis. For more information about Protective, visit www.protective.com.

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustryInsurance
Company size1001 - 5000

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Job description

The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it.
We help protect our customers against life’s uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you’ll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our customers. You will interact with customers primarily over the phone to address their inquiries, resolve problems, and ensure their overall satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have strong multitasking skills, be comfortable working with multiple technology systems, and demonstrate ownership and a proactive approach to problem-resolution.
 
Applicants must demonstrate full fluency in Spanish and English

Responsibilities:
•    Assist customers via various communication channels, including phone, email, chat, and social media, ensuring a consistent and positive experience.
•    Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues efficiently, effectively, and in a timely manner.
•    Utilize multiple systems and software tools to access customer information, track interactions, and document relevant details accurately.
•    Actively listen to customers, identify their needs, and provide appropriate solutions or escalate to the appropriate team if necessary.
•    Take ownership of customer issues and follow through until resolution, ensuring customer satisfaction.
•    Provide accurate and up-to-date information about products, services, policies, and procedures.
•    Maintain comprehensive knowledge of company products, services, and promotions to effectively address customer inquiries and offer relevant solutions.
•    Meet or exceed customer expectations by performing at or above the established service level agreements (SLAs) and quality standards.
•    Recommend opportunities for improvement of our customer service processes and interactions.
•    Continuously develop and enhance product knowledge and customer service skills through ongoing training and self-learning opportunities.


Knowledge, Skills, Attributes:
•    Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with the capacity to think quickly and independently.
•    Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
•    Empathetic listening skills, good judgement, and critical thinking to know when issues should be escalated. 
•    Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional and friendly demeanor.

Requirements:
•    Previous customer service experience in an inbound call center or similar environment is strongly preferred.
•    Experience using various modern computer systems, software applications, and communication tools.
•    Demonstrated experience in resolving conflict and creating customer satisfaction in difficult situations.
•    High school diploma or equivalent; some college education preferred.
•    Flexibility to work in shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.  

About Us – Asset Protection
Protective Asset Protection has been providing finance and insurance (F&I) solutions for the automotive industry for more than 60 years. We proudly serve thousands of dealerships and financial institutions in the automotive, marine, powersports and recreation vehicle industries throughout the U.S. providing innovative vehicle protection products, wealth-building programs, training and technology. Our portfolio of vehicle protection plans, GAP coverage, limited warranties and ancillary products provide opportunities to generate revenue with products that help drive customer retention and satisfaction. Protective Asset Protection is part of the financial services holding company, Protective Life Corporation. For more information about Protective Asset Protection visit www.ProtectiveAssetProtection.com.
Employee Benefits:  
We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits offering. In addition to offering comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. Work/life balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g., paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day). The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health.  Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards, Protective’s platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.   

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Company’s benefit plans.

Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability:
If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability, please email eric.hess@protective.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.

Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation.  General employment questions should not be sent through this process.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing an inclusive workforce.

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