Customer Care Consultant - PIF
Ally Financial3 months ago
Jacksonville, FL, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
The Associate role supports Customer Care by answering and making calls to deliver a white glove, personalized service to customers. Working in a fast‐paced, high-volume environment, you will handle inquiries, process transactions, maintain customer files, perform reconciliations, and execute complex research and operational tasks. This opportunity provides a pathway for lateral and promotional career growth. Note: This role will be hired at the 4I or 4J band based on experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with external and internal customers via phone, email, and written correspondence to resolve requests.
- Deliver world-class customer experiences by establishing rapport and aiming for a one call resolution.
- Ensure processes are completed thoroughly, accurately, and in adherence to policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate urgency in handling multiple tasks while meeting service levels, turnaround times, and volume requirements.
- Update systems accurately with status details and pertinent customer information.
- Navigate multiple computer systems to conduct in-depth account analysis, research, and monetary transactions.
- Mitigate risk by identifying information or behavior that may require further investigation or escalation.
- Exercise judgment to research and resolve operational problems where the answers are not evident.
- Proactively recommend solutions to improve policies, procedures, and business processes.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of customer, employee, and company information.
- Perform additional ad-hoc tasks as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Prior experience in customer service, financial services, or a similar industry.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt to diverse personalities.
- Ability to manage workflow, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and exercise sound judgment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior phone handling experience.
- Above-average computer knowledge with proficiency in CRM Salesforce and Microsoft Office Programs.
- Ability to diffuse escalated situations with tact and diplomacy.
Benefits & Perks
- Compensation: Market-competitive base pay of $48,880 - $59,488 USD with eligibility for an annual incentive plan.
- Time Off & Holidays: Enjoy 20 paid time off days (prorated based on start date), 11 paid holidays, and 8 hours of volunteer time off yearly.
- Retirement & Financial Benefits: Access to an industry-leading 401K plan (with matching and company contributions), student loan reductions, tuition reimbursement, and additional financial planning resources.
- Health & Well-Being: Flexible health insurance options (medical, dental, vision), life and disability coverage, and programs promoting total well-being.
- Family Support & Work-Life Integration: Adoption and fertility assistance, paid parental leave, childcare discounts, and employee assistance programs.
- Additional Perks: Depending on the role, you may be eligible for travel allowances, relocation assistance, a signing bonus, and/or equity.
Required Skills
Communication
Problem Solving
Microsoft Office
Adaptability
Phone Handling
CRM Salesforce
Attention to Detail
Time Management
Customer Service
Team Collaboration