Remote Call Center Representative Jobs in Edison, NJ

Job Description: Customer Contact Center Representative Voya FinancialNew York, NY Remote (Any Location) Full-Time Call Center - Voya Financial Compensation: $41,600/year = $20/hourAbout Creative Spirit Creative Spirit US is a nonprofit organization specialized in supporting neurodiverse peopleincluding those with Autism, ADHD, and learning disabilitiesin finding and retaining fair-wage jobs. We actively empower organizations through training to embrace neurodiversity, helping them harness the unique innovation and creativity that neurodivergent individuals bring to the modern workplace.Our Mission To accelerate the inclusion of neurodivergent individuals in the workforce and address the staggering 85% unemployment rate facing this community. Our goal is to, along with others, help 1 million people find meaningful careers by 2030 as part of our global #HireDifferent mission.Who Should Register? We recruit for a wide range of full-time and part-time positions. 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Voya Financial: Customer Contact Center Representative Together we fight for everyone's opportunity for a better financial future. We will do this together with customers, partners and colleagues. We will fight for others, not against: We will stand up for and champion everyone's access to opportunities. The status quo is not good enough we believe every individual and every community deserves access to financial opportunities. We are determined to support both individuals and communities in reaching a better financial future. We know that reaching this future depends on our actions today. Like our Purpose Statement, Voya believes in being bold and committed to action. We are committed to a work environment where the differences that we are born with and those we acquire throughout our lives are understood, valued and intentionally pursued. We believe that our employees own our culture and have a responsibility to foster an environment where we all feel comfortable bringing our whole selves to work. Purposefully bringing our differences together to positively influence our culture, serve our clients and enrich our communities is essential to our vision. Are you ready to join a company with a strong purpose and a winning culture? Start your Voyage Apply Now Please Note: Before applying to this role, please review your resume carefully and ensure your employment and education history are accurately reflected (including employer name/s, dates of employment, institution name/s and degree/s completed, if applicable). Any inaccurate information collected from your resume or during the application process will impede Talent Acquisition's ability to move forward with your candidacy. The individual must be available to work between 7:30a to 10p Eastern Standard Time hours as business requires. Imagine the career possibilities with a Fortune 500 Retirement Services Company that is consistently recognized by their employees and the marketplace Certified as a Great Place to Work' by Great Place to Work Institute, named World's Most Ethical Companies' by Ethisphere Institute, World's Most Admired Companies' by Fortune magazine, World's Best Employer by Forbes, Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion' DEI assessment just to name a few of the reasons why We Are A Different Kind of Company'. Come check us out! Take a look at our latest video: Voya Financial is Hiring We are seeking employees who are passionate about providing exceptional service to every customer and delivering on our mission. Do you thrive in a lively and dynamic call center? Are you looking to grow a long-term career where you build relationships and work in a team environment? If so, this role will afford you the chance to make a difference and build a career in financial services, assisting Voya's customers in achieving their retirement goals. What will you do: Through inbound calls, you will be responsible for building relationships, educating our customers on their retirement plans and responding to customer inquiries on Retirement Products and Plans such as 401(k), 403(b), 457, 401(a). Our focus is on delivering an outstanding experience for our customers through retirement financial advice and mentorship as we simply and efficiently explain product features and annuity plan concepts to customers, agents and beneficiaries. Don't know anything about retirement? We'll teach you everything you'll need to know. How we help you achieve this: Up to eight weeks of Paid Training preparing you to be successful in your job. Learning about Retirement Products (401(k), 403(b), 457, 401(a)) a foundation for career growth.Monthly 1:1 coaching sessions with your manager and team lead, team huddles and time at the start of your shift to prep for the dayLearning and development opportunities through continuous training and investments in YOU. Grow and advance your career at Voya through intentional career paths as part of our Destination You career path program What will your day look like:Communicates effectively and confidently with all clients to make their financial lives better. Assisting our customers with plan design inquiries, balance transfers, overall account information, loan requests and loan payments.Greet customers with awesomeness; building a sense of trust and confidence to help serve their needs and help them reach their retirement goalsYou will bring your authentic self to work.Strive for first call resolution and take true ownership of customer needs and issues.Asking as many questions as you need to understand the customers' needs and priorities, and problem-solving in a metric driven environmentPerform multiple tasks/navigate multiple systems simultaneously to service the customer's account or troubleshoot their questions and issuesSee an opportunity, you will not be shy on letting us know how we can improve and streamline our business processes. Your voice matters at Voya.Amazing team-player attitude with a commitment to excellent attendance and quality work. We love to see you at work and miss when you are not there Knowledge and Experience:College Degree and 1+ year of customer service experienceOr, in lieu of college degree (HS Diploma or GED are required), 3+ years customer service experienceExperience in the Financial Service industry is a bonus but not requiredCare about customers! Has the ability to engage with customers, build rapport, share and inform, and handle objections as they come upProficiency with basic computer functions including mouse and keyboard usage, launching applications and navigating multiple systems preferredStrong learning agility; flexible and adaptable to learning new things and then apply that learning to perform successfully in the role in a fast paced, metric driven environmentAvailability to work any shift within the Monday through Friday operating hours of 7:30am 10pm ESTBi-Lingual opportunities, with a $3,000 pay differential. Let us know if you are Bi-Lingual What we offer you:At Voya, we pay competitive base salaries based on experience and reward performance with a monthly incentive programBi-Lingual opportunities, with a pay differential, are available upon the completion and passing of an assessmentGenerous paid time off upon hire: 20 days PTO, 9 paid holidays, choose your own Diversity Day and 40 hours of paid volunteer time offHealth, dental, vision and life insuranceRetirement savings- 401(k) Matching and Pension PlanPaid Training, and Full Benefits with no waiting period; Monday Friday Only, Referral bonuses, Performance IncentivesEmployee-Led Councils (ELCs). We have eleven ELCs that play an important role in welcoming and educating our workforce as well as being a vital resource to help advance the business. The ELCs frequently co-sponsor diversity-related educational events across our system in conjunction with the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.This position allows 100% remote work from home or allows work to be performed in any of our major office locations with a hybrid schedule. Our interview process is hosted virtually and our training programs are currently delivered online. This role is currently remote/home-based. To ensure you are set up for success during this work from home time, a reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a quiet place to work in your home free of disruption is required. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home/work environment and the required internet connection. Compensation Pay Disclosure: Voya is committed to pay that's fair and equitable, which means comparable pay for comparable roles and responsibilities. The below annual base salary range reflects the expected hiring range(s) for this position in the location(s) listed. In addition to base salary, Voya offers incentive opportunities (i.e., annual cash incentives, sales incentives, and/or long-term incentives) based on the role to reward the achievement of annual performance objectives. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Voya Financial is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Actual compensation offered may vary from the posted salary range based upon the candidate's geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked. $41,600/year = $20/hr Be Well. Stay Well. Voya provides the resources that can make a difference in your lives. To us, this means thriving physically, financially, socially and emotionally. Voya benefits are designed to help you do just that. That's why we offer an array of plans, programs, tools and resources with one goal in mind: To help you and your family be well and stay well. What We OfferHealth, dental, vision and life insurance plans401(k) Savings plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%)Voya Retirement Plan employer paid cash balance retirement plan (4%)Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/yearPaid time off including 20 days paid time off, nine paid company holidays and a flexible Diversity Celebration Day.Paid volunteer time 40 hours per calendar year Learn more about Voya benefits (download PDF) Critical Skills At Voya, we have identified the following critical skills which are key to success in our culture: Customer Focused: Passionate drive to delight our customers and offer unique solutions that deliver on their expectations.Critical Thinking: Thoughtful process of analyzing data and problem solving data to reach a well-reasoned solution.Team Mentality: Partnering effectively to drive our culture and execute on our common goals. Business Acumen: Appreciation and understanding of the financial services industry in order to make sound business decisions.Learning Agility: Openness to new ways of thinking and acquiring new skills to retain a competitive advantage. Learn more about Critical Skills Equal Employment Opportunity Voya Financial is an equal-opportunity employer. Voya Financial provides equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by state or local law. Reasonable Accommodations Voya is committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Voya will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please reference resources for applicants with disabilities. Misuse of Voya's name in fraud schemes About Voya FinancialVoya Financial, Inc., is a leading retirement, employee benefits and investment management company. Voya's services and solutions help clear the path to financial confidence and a more fulfilling life for approximately 15.7 million individual, workplace and institutional clients. Certified as a Great Place to Work by the Great Place to Work Institute, Voya fosters a culture that values customer centricity, integrity, accountability, agility and inclusivity. Together with customers and partners, Voya employees fight for everyone's opportunity for a better financial future. For more information visit https://www.voya.com/Voya's ValuesVoya's values serve as our compass, bringing together our culture, performance, brand, vision, strategy and corporate responsibility activities. Our values guide our decision-making and behaviors allowing us to deliver worth to our customers, distribution partners, shareholders and each other. With a lens on balance, health & welfare, our work environment offers flexibility. The majority of our roles have adopted a hybrid schedule working some days in the office and some days remotely, providing flexibility for work-life balance and still allowing the benefit of in-person c