Location(s): Warwick, Rhode Island
City/Cities: Warwick
Posting Region/States: Rhode Island
Country: United States
Working Schedule: Full-Time
Commutable Distance Required: Yes
Relocation Assistance Available: No
Job ID: 11977
Description and Requirements
Role Value Proposition
We are actively hiring Customer Care Advocates (CCA) for the Retirement and Income Solutions (RIS) team in Warwick!
Our team handles inquiries from our Group Annuity Contacts customers. As a CCA, you will handle customer service inquiries via the telephone and/or email and resolve problems, maintain quality service by following policies and procedures and reporting needed changes.
Our successful candidates will leverage effective listening skills, attention to detail, strong noetic curiosity, and an honest desire to make a difference to ensure each customer experience is exceptional.
With an understanding of the customers’ needs and wants, and a focus on delivering solutions that meet those needs, you will deliver a service experience that exceeds expectations and make it easy for customers to do business with us.
Job Title: RIS Customer Care Advocate
Job Location: Warwick RI - Virtual. Candidates must be within a commutable distance of Warwick RI.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond to customer requests via telephone or email, providing excellent customer service to MetLife’s customers. Research requests regarding various product aspects - policy provisions, claim status, billing/payment inquiries, etc.
- Efficiently process transactions and refer requests to appropriate areas. Track responses and follow up with customers to ensure completion.
- Enhance and strengthen the relationship between the customer and MetLife using strong communication skills, keen listening skills and empathy.
- Efficiently access and navigate multiple electronic systems to provide a complete and integrated response to the customer’s inquiry.
Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills
Required Qualifications:
- New Hires should live a commutable distance from the site the role is posted in with an ability to work an 8-hour shift between the hours of operation of 8 AM to 9 PM Monday – Friday (no weekends); must be flexible regarding overtime and shifts worked, which change periodically based on business needs.
- Candidates must be available for in-office training and nesting for five weeks.
- Strong computer/keyboard skills as well as analytical and problem-solving skills. Outstanding listening skills and professional oral & written communication skills with an ability to inspire trust and accountability though an empathetic communication style which promotes a quality image of MetLife.
- Candidates must have a passion for serving customers and a personal commitment to following through in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent with 1 year of customer service experience.
- Prior Call Center experience is highly preferred. Insurance or Financial Services industry experience or Product specific experience.
- A demonstrated ability to quickly learn and continuously develop functional knowledge and an understanding of the three main products serviced in RIS.
Number of Openings
4
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MetLife:
MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies, providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to help its individual and institutional customers navigate their changing world. Founded in 1868, MetLife has operations in more than 40 countries and holds leading market positions in the United States, Japan, Latin America, Asia, Europe and the Middle East.
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The expected salary range for this position is $20/hour. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
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About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the 2025 "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™ for 2024, as well as the 2025 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For ®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by empathy, we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!
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