Customer Care Executive

Shriram Life Insurance; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Headset provided

CRM system provided

Incentives based on CSAT/retention

Job summary

Shriram Life Insurance, Hyderabad, is seeking a Customer Care Executive to handle inbound and outbound customer interactions from the Hyderabad HO, Gachibowli. The role focuses on resolving queries within defined TAT and maintaining customer satisfaction and brand loyalty.

Responsibilities include handling calls, emails, and chat, recording interactions in the CRM, and contributing to SLA attainment while complying with IRDAI/TRA guidelines. Rotational shifts and work from office are expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate in any discipline with proficiency in English, Hindi, and regional languages preferred.
• 0-3 years of experience in a call centre / customer service / BPO environment.
• Experience in insurance, banking, telecom, or financial services is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Handle inbound and outbound calls, emails, and chat interactions professionally.
• Understand customer needs and provide accurate information about products, services, and processes.
• Register and resolve customer queries, requests, and complaints as per company policies.
• Escalate unresolved issues to the appropriate department and ensure timely closure.
• Maintain a polite, empathetic, and professional tone at all times.
• Record all interactions in the CRM system accurately for future reference.
• Provide feedback and suggestions to improve service quality and customer experience.
• Support the team in achieving SLA, productivity, and quality metrics.

Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Orientation

Problem Solving

Computer Proficiency

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM system

Job description

Position Title: Customer Care Executive
Department: Customer Service / Call Centre Operations
Reporting To: Team Leader / Assistant Manager - Customer Care
Location: Hyderabad HO, Gachibowli
Employment Type: Full-time / Permanent

1. Job Purpose:

To handle inbound and outbound customer interactions efficiently, ensuring excellent customer service and resolution of queries within defined turnaround times (TAT). The role focuses on maintaining customer satisfaction, brand loyalty, and compliance with company service standards.

2. Key Responsibilities:

Customer Interaction & Query Resolution

• Handle inbound/outbound calls, emails, and chat interactions professionally.
• Understand customer needs and provide accurate information about products, services, and processes.
• Register and resolve customer queries, requests, and complaints as per company policies.
• Escalate unresolved issues to the appropriate department and ensure timely closure.
• Maintain a polite, empathetic, and professional tone at all times.

Retention & Customer Relationship

• Promote retention by providing guidance and reassurance to customers planning to surrender or discontinue services.
• Identify opportunities for cross-selling or upselling (where applicable).
• Record all interactions in the CRM system accurately for future reference.

Data & Reporting

• Maintain daily call logs, disposition codes, and follow-up status in the system.
• Provide feedback and suggestions to improve service quality and customer experience.
• Support the team in achieving SLA, productivity, and quality metrics.

Compliance & Quality

• Adhere to company and regulatory compliance guidelines (IRDAI / TRAI / internal policies).
• Maintain data confidentiality and avoid unauthorized sharing of customer information.
• Participate in regular training, quality audits, and feedback sessions.

3. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Average Handling Time (AHT)
• First Call Resolution (FCR)
• Customer Satisfaction Score (CSAT)
• Quality Monitoring Score
• Adherence to schedule and attendance
• Retention / Upsell conversion rate (where applicable)

4. Skills & Competencies:

• Communication Skills
• Customer Orientation
• Problem Solving
• Computer Proficiency
• Teamwork
• Time Management

5. Educational Qualification:

Minimum: Graduate in any discipline (Preference: B.Com / B.A / BBA / B.Sc / MCA / MBA). Proficiency in English, Hindi, and regional languages preferred.

6. Experience:

0-3 years of experience in a call centre / customer service / BPO environment. Experience in insurance, banking, telecom, or financial service industry will be an added advantage.

7. Working Conditions:

• Rotational shifts including weekends and public holidays (as per business requirement).
• Work from office / hybrid (depending on company policy).
• Headset, desktop/laptop, and CRM system provided by company.

8. Growth Path

Customer Care Executive Senior Customer Care Executive Team Leader Assistant Manager Manager (Customer Experience)

9. Remuneration:

Competitive salary based on experience and performance. Incentives linked to customer satisfaction, productivity, and retention targets.