Customer Service Specialist

Protective; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Employee wellness program

Job summary

Protective is seeking an in-office Customer Service Representative in St. Louis. You will handle customer inquiries primarily by phone, resolve issues, and ensure satisfaction across multiple channels while utilizing several technology systems.

The role requires strong multitasking, proactive problem-solving, and a friendly, professional demeanor. Experience in an inbound call center is preferred; a high school diploma is required, and some college education is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Some college education preferred.
• Experience in inbound call center or similar environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers via phone, email, chat, and social media to ensure a consistent and positive experience.
• Handle inquiries and resolve issues efficiently and courteously.
• Utilize multiple systems and software tools to access customer information and document details.
• Listen actively to identify needs and provide appropriate solutions or escalate as needed.
• Take ownership of issues and follow through until resolution.
• Provide accurate information about products, services, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of products and promotions to address inquiries effectively.
• Aim to meet or exceed SLAs and quality standards.
• Suggest improvements to customer service processes.
• Continuously develop product knowledge and skills.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Multitasking

Empathetic listening

Excellent communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college education preferred

Tools

Customer service software

CRM systems

Job description

The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it.

Wehelp protect our customers against life’s uncertainties.Regardless ofwhere you work within thecompany, you’ll behelping 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.

This is an in-office position at Protective's office in St. Louis.

• 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 elevate to 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.

• 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.

• 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 [e-mail]. 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.