Bilingual Customer Service Representative (French) Job Details | knightsofc

Knights of Columbus is a tax-exempt Catholic fraternal benefit society that provides financial security to its members. They are seeking a Bilingual Customer Service Representative to respond to phone and email inquiries in Spanish or French, providing detailed knowledge of the organization's insurance and annuity products while maintaining a professional image.

Responsibilities:

• Engages caller, asks probing questions, as necessary, to determine the nature of the call and analyzes the issues of concern. Uses KofC online systems to search for and secure the information needed to answer the callers inquiry and provide the appropriate response. Responds to general and detailed questions from policyholders and field force on life insurance (old and new), ownership rights, cash values, accounting and taxation, tax sheltered/non tax sheltered annuities (FPA, SPA, Vantage) and SPIA, settlement options and fraternal rules as appropriate and within guidelines
• Follows procedures for release of specific policyholder information; assesses customer and field force needs for Home Office assistance. Forwards standard or special action requests to appropriate department to comply with callers request for written correspondence
• Reviews and determines nature of email inquiries, analyzes the issues and either responds or directs the inquiry to the proper department. Serves as liaison between KofCs website and its departments
• Performs other customer service related duties, e.g., if Bilingual in Spanish/English or French/English, translates for other business areas
• Routinely reads departmental communications, product updates and other tools to stay current with organizational developments
• Performs other customer service related duties as requested by supervisor

Requirements:

• Experience providing outstanding customer service by showcasing expertise, fostering trust, and growing customer satisfaction
• An effective communicator who understands the importance of listening, being empathetic, and remaining professional in a conversational manner
• Solid written communication skills
• Ability to work and grow in a fast-paced, high-volume call center environment
• Willingness to learn new skills and ability to adjust to changes quickly
• Open to feedback to support your performance and development
• Solid computer and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to speak French Canadian or Spanish
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Authorization to work in the United States is required
• College degree or currently pursuing preferred