Customer Service Representative, Annuities Financial Transactions

This position is responsible for analyzing, researching, gathering required information to process IGO (In Good Order) cases and to process NIGO (Not In Good Order) cases with a basic level of complexity. This position will serve Thrivent's internal and external customer contacts via the telephone and written communications and will deliver strong customer service. Additionally, this position as a member of a team, actively partners with the team on meeting established service and quality standards and identifies trends for process improvements. Job Duties and Responsibilities Process cases utilizing various workflow, administrative, and LOB (Line of Business) systems accurately and cost-effectively and in compliance with internal service and state and federal regulatory standards. Analyze cases for IGO and determine level of complexity of the request. Determine if case should be routed/handed off to other business resource based upon the complexity of the request. Contact the appropriate resource to assist in resolving the request, if NIGO. This would include contacting the member, FA (Financial Associate), internal business units, vendors or external business resources. Handles sensitive communications with customers and financial associates, which may include highly confidential information or complaints. Resolves telephone and written inquiries from internal and external customer contacts in a prompt, efficient manner, giving correct thorough responses to needs and requests. Documents calls, written communications, etc. made in an attempt to gather, or upon gathering the missing information needed to process the paperwork. Required Job Qualifications High school required. College degree preferred. One to three years prior customer service or financial service industry experience preferred. Must possess solid interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills. Proficiency in office computer software, including e-mail, word processing, and spreadsheet programs required. Other Critical Factors As part of Thrivent Financial's hiring process, a verification of a candidate's background will be made to complete the hiring process. In addition, fingerprints will be taken upon hiring for submission to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for review against nationwide fingerprint records. Pay Transparency Thrivent's long-term growth depends on attracting, rewarding, and retaining people who are committed to helping others thrive with purpose. We accomplish this by offering a wide variety of market competitive compensation programs to attract, reward, and retain top talent. The applicable salary or hourly wage range for this full-time role is $18.86 - $25.51 per hour, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will be determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, location, relevant experience, skills, and knowledge, business needs, market demand, and other factors Thrivent deems important. Thrivent is unique in our commitment to helping people to be wise with money and live balanced and generous lives. That extends to our benefits. The following benefits may be offered: various bonuses (including, for example, annual or long-term incentives); medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account; flexible spending account; 401k; pension; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; disability insurance; supplemental protection insurance; 20 days of Paid Time Off each year; Sick and Safe Time; 10 paid company holidays; Volunteer Time Off; paid parental leave; EAP; well-being benefits, and other employee benefits. Eligibility for receipt of these benefits is subject to the applicable plan/policy documents. Thrivent's plans/policies are subject to change at any time at Thrivent's discretion. Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants. Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by sending an email to human.resources@thrivent.com or call 800-847-4836 and request Human Resources. At Thrivent, we believe money is a tool, not a goal. Driven by a higher purpose at our core, we are committed to providing financial advice, investments, insurance, banking and generosity programs to help people make the most of all they've been given. At our heart, we are a membership-owned fraternal organization, as well as a holistic financial services organization, dedicated to serving the unique needs of our customers. We focus on their goals and priorities, guiding them toward financial choices that will help them live the life they want today—and tomorrow. For over 100 years, Thrivent has been helping people build their financial futures and live more generous lives. Today, it's a Fortune 500 company that offers a full range of expert financial solutions, serving more than 2 million customers, as well as the communities in which they live and work. Thrivent fosters a diverse workforce to serve our diverse clientele, reflecting a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. If you're intrigued about our work and the possibility of becoming part of it, we invite you to visit Thrivent.com to learn more. You won't just build a career; you'll be part of an organization focused on growing, innovating, and serving.