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Job Description Summary

INBOUND CALLS ONLY!

No insurance experience needed.

Due to the current pandemic, you will be working from home initially. Once the pandemic restrictions are lifted, you will return to the office in Richardson – 1301 E. Collins Boulevard or Spokane – 707 W. Main Avenue.

Hiring for M-F 9:00 am – 6:00 pm CT or 7:00 am – 4:00 pm PT work schedule with one Saturday or Sunday every 5th week and 2 holidays per year.

We provide 12-14 weeks of paid training.

Great benefits staring day one.

Under direct supervision, builds and maintains effective relationships primarily with agents, handling a high volume of inbound calls. As a trainee, provides telephonic customer service at a level consistent with Travelers’ Business Center quality and productivity goals. Assists agents with policy inquiries and changes, billing questions and technical support. This job does not manage others. As part of the hiring process, this position requires the completion of an online pre-employment assessment. Further information regarding the assessment including an accommodation process, if needed, will be provided at such time as your candidacy is deemed appropriate for further consideration.

Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Responds to agent requests for quotes or changes to policies.
• Reviews cancellations and reinstatements and makes appropriate decisions to resolve once reinstatement authority achieved.
• Resolves service-related complaints and complex calls with guidance from others on more complex calls.
• May assist customers with simple intent calls.
• Acts as online billing systems and agency portal website expert to provide proactive agency and customer support.
• Identifies new business opportunities driven by agent/customer request where appropriate, which includes both coverage and product. New business requests will be transferred as appropriate.
• Ensures current and complete documentation of account notes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.

Education, Work Experience, & Knowledge

• Some college preferred.
• Prior insurance and/or call center experience a plus.
• Previous customer service experience preferred.

Licensing or Certificates

• Ability to successfully complete training by meeting expectations for assessments, knowledge checks and applying content.

Job Specific Technical Skills & Competencies

• Technical knowledge:
• Solid math and analytical skills.
• Strong keyboard skills and system navigation experience.
• Customer service:
• Able to meet quality and customer experience expectations.
• Ability to diffuse and assist irate callers.
• Communication skills:
• Exceptional oral and written communication, keyboard, and system navigation skills.
• Problem solving and decision making: Good decision making skills to handle requests, resolve issues and develop risk based on company guidelines.
• Seeks assistance on non-routine matters.

Employment Practices

Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences.

The Travelers Companies, Inc. is a leading provider of property casualty insurance for auto, home, and business. Travelers prides themselves on helping customers manage risk before a claim occurs — and responding with speed, professionalism, and compassion when claims do happen. Through challenging work in a fast-paced atmosphere, they provide student and graduates with a rewarding experience that will keep them moving.