Agency Services Specialist

Pacific Life; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Wellbeing Reimbursement Account

Paid Time Off

Holiday Schedules

Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

401k with company match

Job summary

Pacific Life is hiring for a role that supports agency data management, contracting, licensing, and onboarding across multiple locations including Chattanooga, Newport Beach, and Omaha. The position emphasizes accuracy, speed, and service quality while collaborating with internal teams and external partners.

The role requires 3–4 years in group benefits insurance and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in group benefits insurance preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently while meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to balance accuracy, speed, and service quality.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills across internal teams and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Process day-to-day production work related to agency hierarchy setup and updates in internal systems.
• Support broker data and agency record maintenance for accuracy and compliance.
• Facilitate contracting, licensing, and appointment activities, including validations and reviews.
• Monitor team production email inboxes and respond timely to internal and external partners.
• Partner with lead consultant and distribution team to support agency onboarding.
• Research, troubleshoot, and escalate hierarchy/broker data issues when appropriate.
• Maintain contract templates and version control for consistency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Verbal and written communication

Independent worker

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

Job Description

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

This position can be based in Newport Beach, CA; Omaha, NE; or Chattanooga, TN.

How You’ll Help Move Us Forward

• Process day-to-day production work related to agency hierarchy setup, updates, including new agency structures, changes (e.g. Broker of Record changes), and ongoing data upkeep within internal systems.
• Support broker data and agency record maintenance, ensuring information is accurate, complete, and aligned with operational requirements.
• Facilitate and support contracting, licensing, and appointment activities, including validations and requirement reviews.
• Monitor team production email inboxes and provide timely verbal and written responses to internal and external partners in accordance with established turnaround times.
• Partner with lead consultant and distribution team to support agency onboarding efforts and ensure a smooth implementation experience.
• Research, troubleshoot, and escalation issues related to hierarchy, broker data, contracting, licensing, and appointment workflows when appropriate.
• Maintain contract templates and support version control to promote consistency and compliance in documentation practices.

The Experience You Bring

• 3-4 years of experience in group benefits insurance preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience required.
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking skills, and the ability to work independently while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to balance accuracy, speed, and service quality.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work across internal teams and external business partners.
• Ability to quickly learn, interpret, and implement new procedures and business requirements.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience with insurance broker data management and/or contracting, licensing, and appointments.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand operational complexity and cross functional impacts.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively and communicate confidently and respectfully with a wide range audiences.

Base Pay Range

The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

$31.89 - $38.97

Your Benefits Start Day 1

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

You Can Be Who You Are

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.

What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

EEO Statement

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.