Customer Service Officer
Location: Wollongong
Description
This is an exciting opportunity to provide accurate information to customers in a helpful manner and in accordance with the governing legislation and policies.
Job specification
Customer Service
* Grasp, retain and package key information to the member so that the outcome is positive
* Communicate effectively via the telephone, e-mail and member interviews
* Provide answers to enquiries upon the first contact
* Accept accountability for member concerns and follow through until resolution
* Ensure Team Leaders are informed of any issues that may adversely affect performance level agreement
* Contribute to the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the team and, where appropriate, assist in other areas
Fund Knowledge
* Comprehend information such as extensive scheme knowledge and apply it to a member's situation using broader understanding
* Provide factual information to members' enquiries and keep those with unresolved enquiries informed of progress until resolution
* Explain the role and function of Call Centre to fund members to facilitate communication of information
Relationship Management
* Build rapport with members and offer empathetic assistance
* Be resilient, with reliable coping mechanisms for possible confrontations and rebuttals
* Demonstrate mental agility to make quick planned approaches while maintaining calmness
* Work collaboratively in a team environment
Skills Required
* Detailed technical knowledge and understanding of superannuation fund administration, relevant legislation and the superannuation schemes administered by Apex Superannuation Administration Services
* Previous experience working within the insurance/superannuation industry is an advantage
* Thorough knowledge of complex Defined Benefit superannuation scheme rules, guidelines and relevant legislation and the capacity to apply those to interpret scheme legislation and policy for case work reference
* Regulatory Guide (RG) 146 certification mandatory or aptitude and willingness to complete certification; maintenance of SuperCPD points once RG146 accredited
What you will get in return
* A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business
* Competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience
* Training and development opportunities
This role is covered by enterprise agreement, which sets out the pay rates and conditions.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic responsibilities for dependants, physical or mental disability. Any hiring decision is made on the basis of skills, qualifications and experiences.
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