Financial Customer Service Representative

Empower; United States; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Casual dress code

Paid time off

Job summary

Empower is hiring for a customer service focused role in our call center. You will support customers with retirement savings accounts, educate them without selling, and communicate plan updates and changes.

You will process contributions, loans, withdrawals, and general account changes as directed by customers. The position requires availability for a 40-hour week, potential overtime, and an associate degree or higher with customer service experience.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher AND at least one year of customer service experience OR two or more years of customer service experience

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent service within our call center for our customers’ retirement savings accounts
• Educate and empower our customers without having to make cold calls or sales
• Communicate critical plan updates and changes
• Process contribution changes, loans, and withdrawals
• Process general account changes upon direction from the customer

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Associates degree or higher

Job description

Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.

What You Will Do

• Provide excellent service within our call center for our customers’ retirement savings accounts
• Educate and empower our customers without having to make cold calls or sales
• Communicate critical plan updates and changes
• Process contribution changes, loans, and withdrawals
• Process general account changes upon direction from the customer

What You Will Bring

• Availability to work a 40-hour work week, outside of traditional business hours, Monday through Friday with an occasional Saturday
• Associates degree or higher AND at least one year of customer service experience (including but not limited to food service, retail, hospitality, teaching, military, or banking) OR two or more years of customer service experience
• Capability to work overtime as required based on business need

What Will Set You Apart

• Financial Services or call center experience
• A passion for providing quality customer service
• Desire to engage with customers over the phone
• Capability to adapt communication style while servicing our diverse customer base
• Attention to detail and ability to learn and apply financial industry policies, processes, and procedures

Required Minimum Internet Specifications

To ensure you are set up for success, you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to attend training and work without interruption. Other necessary computer equipment, headset and training materials will be provided.

• Minimum service level of 50Mbps download and 10Mbps upload to ensure the best voice quality
• Associates are required to connect their computers directly to a modem or router using an Ethernet cable to ensure consistent voice quality

***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

What We Offer You

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) – BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.

Base Salary Range

$39,700.00 - $54,550.00

Equal opportunity employer

• Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.

For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.