Senior Customer Service Representative

Genworth Financial • Remote, VA

73d • Remote

About The Position

At Genworth, we empower families to navigate the aging journey with confidence. We are compassionate, experienced allies for those navigating care with guidance, products, and services that meet families where they are. Further, we are the spouses, children, siblings, friends, and neighbors of those that need care—and we bring those experiences with us to work in serving our millions of policyholders each day. We apply that same compassion and empathy as we work with each other and our local communities, Genworth values all perspectives, characteristics, and experiences so that employees can bring their full, authentic selves to work to help each other and our company succeed. We celebrate our diversity and understand that being intentional about inclusion is the only way to create a sense of belonging for all associates. We also invest in the vitality of our local communities through grants from the Genworth Foundation, event sponsorships, and employee volunteerism. Our four values guide our strategy, our decisions, and our interactions: Make it human. We care about the people that make up our customers, colleagues, and communities. Make it about others. We do what’s best for our customers and collaborate to drive progress. Make it happen. We work with intention toward a common purpose and forge ways forward together. Make it better. We create fulfilling purpose-driven careers by learning from the world and each other. We are actively recruiting for multiple opportunities within our Policyholder Services and Long Term Care Claims departments. As an Operations team member, you’ll play a crucial role in delivering world class customer service and capabilities to our policyholders—now and in the future. Do you want a career where you can make an impact every day? As a member of the Long Term Care team at Genworth, you will impact the millions of customers that trust us with their insurance. In the role of Senior Customer Service Representative, you will be responsible for answering inbound calls from policyholders and their representatives that have questions regarding an existing Long Term Care policy. You will be the voice of Genworth, responsible for delivering excellent customer service, operating in a culture centered around teamwork and collaboration. You will be in a front line, customer interactive position, providing timely and accurate information directly to customers and processing transactions to meet the customers’ needs. You will be expected to meet or exceed individual and team phone service metrics, to engage with the business in personal and professional development, and to collaborate effectively with peers in a team atmosphere. You’ll use the training you receive to help both our customers and their families navigate their decision to combat the financial challenges of aging.

Requirements

• Strong customer service skills with at least 2 years of experience, preferably in a call center environment
• High school diploma or military experience
• Ability to successfully complete virtual “classroom” training prior to transitioning into job responsibilities; this requires being on-camera, actively participating, and meeting all training requirements.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
• Professional, empathetic demeanor in all interactions, with a strong commitment to serving and supporting customers, particularly within the aging population.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and quality.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and collaboration skills
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain insurance products, benefits, and options.
• Flexibility to adapt to increased seasonal volume, adjustments to changing work schedules to meet our customers’ needs, and process changes to support business needs.
• Reliable high-speed internet (minimum 50 Mbps), with consistent bandwidth that is not subject to frequent throttling.
• A dedicated, distraction-free home office set up, including a desk or workstation suitable for full-time remote work.
• Ability to be on camera to perform the essential functions of your role; including trainings, meetings, and other collaborative activities.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree
• Prior experience in the insurance industry
• Familiarity with HIPAA requirements

Responsibilities

• Respond to customer inquiries via inbound phone calls and written correspondence; may also initiate outbound calls, as needed.
• Review, analyze and process customer transactions such as address changes, stop payments, and related requests to ensure timely resolution.
• Ability to navigate multiple systems and screens simultaneously while speaking to a customer.
• Communicate daily with internal and external customers to provide guidance on product features, processes, and new product and service offerings.
• Champion the customer experience by ensuring satisfaction through ongoing education and support.
• De-escalate challenging situations by analyzing issues, collaborating with partners, and resolving complex customer concerns.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of customer accounts through call follow-up, documentation, and work item management.
• Continue skill development to confidently handle more complex interactions, demonstrate leadership qualities, and actively contribute to ongoing service improvements and enhance customer experiences.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation & Total Rewards Incentives
• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage
• Multiple 401(k) Savings Plan Options
• Auto Enrollment in Employer-Directed Retirement Account Feature (100% employer-funded!)
• Generous Paid Time Off – Including 12 Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off and Paid Family Leave
• Disability, Life, and Long-Term Care Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment and Training & Certification Support
• Wellness support including gym membership reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program resources (work/life support, financial & legal management)
• Caregiver and Mental Health Support Services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED