Completes training and masters Foundational Life and Annuity death and living claims functions (as defined per department learning progression)
Demonstrates a strong technical understanding of process, purpose of steps, and impact to client once cross-trained
Consistently meets established benchmarks for processing handling times, utilization, accuracy, and service quality
Minimizes “Escapes” within acceptable thresholds, works oldest items in queue first, and accurately records non-queue processing time
Adheres to regulatory requirements as defined in current processes
Ability to navigate to and use appropriate procedural resources
Prepares before making contact with customers and follows guidelines for clear and professional verbal and written communication
Handles client interactions efficiently while communicating with empathy around sensitive topics
Responsibilities
Reviews in-queue and out-of-queue client requests against contract/policy information and department procedures to determine good order and necessary steps for resolution
Accurately inputs transaction details into administration systems and completes final review prior to initiating pay
Takes all appropriate action to ensure a superior service experience
Accurately and clearly notes outstanding requirements, including action to be taken and relevant details of any interaction with client
Reports all discovered errors to minimize impact to client and help leaders identify uptraining opportunities
Advises Supervisor of scenarios where documentation may need updating to best support team and/or customer
Follows guidelines to appropriately hand off complex or escalated cases to senior team members, ensuring a smooth transition for the customer
Monitors and answers calls and emails as assigned; forwards inquiries for advanced topics to appropriate senior team members immediately
Follows Operations Call Guidelines during each call, creating a positive service experience for both internal and external callers; researches issues and provides status on inquiries before department service level expectations
Effectively drafts emails for outstanding requirements and query responses, ensuring they follow protocols, are clear, and accurate
Reviews, processes, and pays contestable and non-contestable death and living claims on annuity contracts and life insurance policies