Client Experience Specialist I

Security Benefit; Overland Park, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays (33 days)

Parental leave after 90 days

401(k) with company match

Educational assistance

Job summary

Security Benefit is seeking a Client Experience Specialist I to handle inbound service inquiries from clients, financial advisors, and distribution partners at our Overland Park, KS office. The role emphasizes accurate, professional support aligned with our brand voice and service model.

Starting pay is $25.33/hour with options for three shift schedules. The role reports to the Manager, Experience Center Operations and requires onboarding and ongoing training to build product knowledge and

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years in a contact center, customer service, or call center.
• Experience handling financial service inquiries and transactions (banking, insurance, brokerage, 401(k), etc.).
• Strong verbal communication and client-focused service orientation.
• CRM, telephony platforms, and Microsoft 365 proficiency.
• Experience in financial services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inbound calls and service inquiries from clients, financial advisors/agents, and distribution partners, delivering accurate, professional support.
• Navigate inquiries about account information, transaction status, policy details, and product questions using established call handling guides.
• Document all interactions in the CRM system in accordance with data quality and compliance standards.
• Apply escalation frameworks to route complex or sensitive inquiries to Senior Associates or subject matter experts.
• Consistently meet performance goals (FCR, Calls Per Day, CSAT, Adherence) and quality monitoring expectations.
• Rapidly build working knowledge of Security Benefit’s annuity and retirement plan products, systems, and service procedures through onboarding and ongoing training.

Skills

Verbal communication

Customer service

Call center experience

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/Communications

Tools

CRM systems

Telephony platforms

Microsoft 365

Job description

Security Benefit, 6480 Sprint Parkway, Overland Park, Kansas, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 6:00 AM

We're Looking for an experienced Client Experience Specialist I!

About the Company

Security Benefit is a leader in the U.S. retirement market with more than 60 billion in assets under management. We offer opportunities to thrive, innovate, and make an impact. As part of our team, you’ll play a key role in driving the future of the U.S. retirement industry. Security Benefit is a PLACE where we promise to help our customers To and Through Retirement®.

We’re proud to have been recognized as one of the best in the business:

• Named to Ward’s 50 list of top-performing life-health insurance companies
• Recognized on list of Ingram’s Top 100 Private Companies in the Kansas City area in 2024

About the Role

As an Client Experience Specialist I you will handle inbound service inquiries from clients, financial advisors/agents, and distribution partners across our annuity and retirement plan lines of business, applying strong call handling skills and financial services experience from day one.

Starting Pay: $25.33/hour

Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM (three shift options available)

The Client Experience Specialist I position reports to the Manager, Experience Center Operations and is based out of our satellite office in Overland Park, Kansas.

• Respond to inbound calls and service inquiries from clients, financial advisors/agents, and distribution partners, delivering accurate, professional support consistent with our brand voice and service model.
• Navigate inquiries related to account information, transaction status, policy details, and general product questions using established call handling guides.
• Accurately document all interactions in the CRM system in accordance with data quality and compliance standards.
• Apply escalation frameworks to route complex or sensitive inquiries to Senior Associates or subject matter experts.
• Consistently meet performance goals (FCR, Calls Per Day, CSAT, Adherence) and quality monitoring expectations.
• Rapidly build working knowledge of Security Benefit’s annuity and retirement plan products, systems, and service procedures through onboarding and ongoing training.

What We’re Looking For

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Communications, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and experience considered.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a contact center, customer service, or call center environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing customer interactions involving financial transactions, account activity, or financial service inquiries (banking, insurance, brokerage, 401(k), etc.).
• Strong verbal communication skills with a professional, client-focused service orientation.
• Proficiency with CRM systems, telephony platforms, and Microsoft 365.
• Experience in financial services, insurance, retirement services, or banking preferred.

Why Choose Security Benefit

When you join our team, you’re not just getting a paycheck - you’re getting a career path full of growth opportunities, plus a robust benefits package that puts your well-being first. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time Security Benefit associate:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive bonuses to reward your contributions.
• 33 days of paid time off (including PTO, holidays, Volunteer Day, and days of significance).
• Paid parental leave after 90 days of service.
• 401(k) with company match, plus Profit Sharing & Savings Plan.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance to give you peace of mind.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Life Insurance to protect your loved ones.
• Educational assistance to support your career development.
• Associate assistance programs for your personal and professional well-being.

Ready to Make an Impact

Security Benefit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Security Benefit, 6480 Sprint Parkway, Overland Park, Kansas, United States of America