Customer Service Representative Job at NextPlay Jobs, Rosemont, IL

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  • NextPlay Jobs
  • Rosemont, IL

Job Description

Customer Service Representative

Reports to: Manager, Customer Service

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Type: Hybrid

About the Role

Our client in the insurance space is seeking a Customer Service Representative to support members, candidates, and internal teams by delivering high-quality service across multiple channels. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is passionate about creating a great customer experience.

You’ll handle inquiries, process transactions, maintain accurate records, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely and effective resolutions.

What You’ll Do

Customer Support & Operations

  • Respond to customer inquiries via phone, email, and live chat (ranging from routine to complex)
  • Troubleshoot issues and determine appropriate resolutions
  • Maintain and update customer records in a CRM system
  • Process orders, payments, refunds, and financial transactions within policy guidelines
  • Review and analyze account activity to support customer inquiries
  • Assist with data entry and special projects as needed

Service & Performance

  • Manage assigned support queues and meet established service level expectations
  • Achieve quality and productivity metrics
  • Deliver professional, empathetic service to both internal and external stakeholders

Documentation & Process

  • Accurately document customer interactions in a case tracking system
  • Support documentation of standard operating procedures

Training & Compliance

  • Participate in ongoing training and professional development
  • Engage in quality assurance reviews and coaching sessions
  • Stay current on policies, procedures, and services
  • Ensure compliance with data security, privacy, and financial policies

What You Bring

Education & Experience

  • Associate’s degree in business or related field preferred
  • 1+ year of experience in customer service or data entry environment

Skills & Tools

  • Strong verbal, written, and listening communication skills
  • Experience with:
  • Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, OneDrive)
  • CRM systems (Salesforce preferred)
  • Customer case tracking tools
  • Call center and live chat platforms
  • Ability to handle challenging customer interactions with professionalism and empathy
  • Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment
  • Comfortable navigating multiple systems and adapting to new tools
  • Team-oriented with strong cross-functional communication skills

Work Environment

  • Hybrid setup (remote with occasional on-site requirements)
  • Call center environment with moderate noise and activity
  • Flexible schedule supporting phone and chat coverage
  • Occasional overtime may be required

Additional Details

  • No direct reports
  • Regular computer use and extended periods of focus required
  • Standard office equipment utilized

Time Off & Flexibility

  • 3 weeks (15 days) of vacation in year one
  • 10 sick days annually
  • 3 personal days (increasing to 4 after the first year)
  • Company-paid winter break between Christmas and New Year’s
  • Additional paid holidays, including summer holiday schedules

Health & Wellness

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Employee-focused benefits designed to support well-being and work-life balance

At NextPlay Jobs, we believe great recruiting is personal, not transactional. We connect high-performing talent with companies where they can make the biggest impact — and grow along the way.

Job Tags

Summer holiday, Work at office, Remote work, Flexible hours

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