Primary Job Accountabilities/Responsibilities
- Research/resolve loan level inquires and exception items through inbound calls, fax, emails, tasks, correspondence, reports, and/or special projects. More experienced associates will be involved in root cause analysis of more complex inquiries and research.
- Handle in-bound and out-bound calls from our customers in hazard insurance, mortgage banking, and property loss.
- Research and respond to inquiries and prepare responses to customers and clients.
- Initially works in a single client/functional environment due to limited knowledge and skill set. More experienced associates will work in a multi-client or multi-functional environment.
Basic Qualifications for Research Specialist
- High school diploma/ GED
- 1-year customer service, banking, finance, mortgage lending or related experience
- Basic to intermediate computer skills, (ability to create, edit and analyze spreadsheets and emails)
Basic Qualifications for Sr Research Specialist
- High school diploma/ GED
- Intermediate computer skills, (ability to create, edit, and analyze spreadsheets and emails)
- Minimum of 3 years customer service, banking, finance, mortgage lending or related experience
Note: While this position is posted at the Research Specialist level, candidates with deeper experience and qualifications may be considered for a Senior Research Specialist role.
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
- Proficient at verbal and written communication when communicating with customers/clients
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong customer service skills
- Excellent listening skills
- Ability to adapt well to change
- Works well in team environment and as an individual contributor
- Work well in a fast paced/high stress environment.
- Ability to think outside of the box to resolve problems
- Ability to relay and document accurate and detailed information to various parties via in-bound and out-bound telephone calls, and through written communication.
Pay Range:
$15.86 - $29.84Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.
Expected application deadline is
If date is blank then this is a pipeline requisition, and we will continue to collect applications on an ongoing basis.
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What’s the culture like at Assurant?
Our unique culture is a big reason why talented people choose Assurant. Named a Best/Great Place to Work in 15 countries and awarded the Fortune America’s Most Innovative Companies recognition, we bring together top talent around the world. Although we have a wide variety of skills and experiences, we share common characteristics that are uniquely Assurant. A passion for service. An ability to innovate in practical ways. And a willingness to take chances. We call our culture The Assurant Way.
Company Overview
Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Assurant is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not use or consider race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in employment decisions.
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