Lnl Customer Service Rep

The Customer Service Representative’s (CSR) role is to provide superior customer service. Providing exceptional service by ensuring all inquiries and issues are handled promptly and professionally through the use of multiple systems. Through training, CSR’s focus on first contact resolution and high customer satisfaction while maintaining adherence to defined operational standards set for CSR's (i.e. attendance, utilization, call quality, etc..). The Customer Service Representatives acts on behalf of Torchmark and its affiliates as First tier support for all customer inquiries and is required to effectively communicate and resolve each related issue. This position is also required to assist with important department and company initiatives, on an as needed basis. Sitting 90% of the work day. Willingness to work shift work and overtime is required. Ability to work Weekends (if/when required) Frequency - Rare.

Required Skills

• Excellent listening skills and the ability to ask probing questions, understand concerns, and overcome objections
• Customer Service Focus – Demonstrate a focus on listening to and understanding client/customer needs and then delighting the client/customer by exceeding service and quality expectations.
• Ability to professionally handle and resolve escalated issues
• Heavy computer and phone usage
• Schedule Flexibility
• Detailed oriented
• Must possess and professional and friendly attitude and be able to quickly develop a rapport with customers
• Type 25-30 wpm
• Ability to work Full-Time and/or Part-Time based on the specific position for which you're applying
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and general working knowledge of Internet for business use. Ability to learn new computer systems.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• Teamwork – Commitment to the successful achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to participate with and help other members of the team.
• Reliable and predictable attendance of your assigned shift

Required Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year customer service experience in a similar role. (Preferred)

Must remain in current role for at least 9 months