Customer Service Advocate

The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it. We help protect our customers against life's uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you'll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most. At Protective Life, our Customer Experience Advocate Team (CXAT) plays a vital role in delivering exceptional service and support for our policyholders and partners. As a Customer Experience Universal Advocate, you will be the trusted resource for handling inquiries that require in-depth product knowledge and precision. This position calls for strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. You'll interpret customer needs, provide accurate resolutions, and exercise sound judgment while managing sensitive information--all while contributing to our mission of creating a positive, professional experience for every customer interaction. Job Responsibilities: Communicate with customers via phone, email, and chat, using multiple software tools to navigate policy details, research products, and deliver effective solutions in a fast-paced environment. Accurately document and resolve customer requests for account information and updates while educating customers on digital tools for future self-service. Consistently meet or exceed established call center, team, and individual performance goals. Identify and escalate trends or opportunities to improve the overall customer experience across multiple interactions. Other duties as assigned. Skills & Abilities: Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, active listening, adaptability to customer needs, and ability to manage conversations confidently. Customer Focus: Committed to delivering exceptional experiences, empathizing with customers, and advocating for process improvements to reduce effort. Technical Proficiency: Skilled in navigating multiple computer systems, learning new programs quickly, and adapting to technology changes in fast-paced environments. Problem-Solving & Organization: Strong decision-making, time management, and detail orientation; proactive in identifying and resolving issues to enhance customer satisfaction. Adaptability & Performance: Ability to meet department standards, work flexible shifts, and maintain focus under pressure while driving solutions and continuous improvement. Experience: Customer Service Expertise: 2+ years of experience delivering exceptional service in fast-paced environments, with proven ability to resolve issues and maintain customer satisfaction. Industry Knowledge & Education: High school diploma required; prior experience in annuity, retirement, or finance industry preferred, supported by relevant training or certifications. Protective's targeted salary range for this position is $41,600 to $45,000. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to, job location, skills, and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protective's total compensation package for employees. Employee Benefits: We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits offering. In addition to offering comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. Work/life balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g., paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day). The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards, Protective's platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards. Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Company's benefit plans. Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability: If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability, please email eric.hess@protective.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process. Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing an inclusive workforce.