Senior Associate Special Handling

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The Senior Associate for the Special Handling Group (SHG) serves as a Tier II Problem Resolution Specialist supporting Strada’s Human Resources Outsourcing (HRO) clients. This role manages escalated and complex customer issues through inbound/outbound calls, email, and system tickets. The position requires strong analytical thinking, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle non-routine situations with minimal supervision while ensuring high-quality service delivery.

• Serve as a Tier II customer contact, providing expert support for escalated or complex HR-related inquiries.
• Respond to customers courteously and professionally using Strada policies and procedures.
• Listen attentively, demonstrate empathy, and clearly identify customer needs.
• Complete real-time data input and resolve issues at first contact whenever possible.
• Confirm customer understanding of solutions and offer additional education beyond Tier 1 scope as needed.
• Document interactions and update customer tickets.
• Transfer misdirected inquiries to correct departments.
• Provide recommendations to improve customer satisfaction and processes.
• Participate in performance‑improvement initiatives.
• Apply conceptual thinking to resolve unstructured problems.
• Provide solutions to non‑standard issues; escalating when necessary.
• Support Team Leaders and assist in new hire training.
• Maintain broad knowledge of NGA HR/Strada HR services.

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ year customer service experience
• Basic computer proficiency
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work in a structured, performance-based environment
• Strong organizational skills

• Flexible Work Options:
  While this role is 100% in-office, Strada supports flexible work arrangements across many roles.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Health, wellness, retirement, paid leave, education support, and more.
• Inclusive Culture:
  We celebrate diversity and foster an environment where everyone belongs.
• Growth Opportunities:
  Training, mentorship, and career development in a global organization.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background checks.

Applicants must have authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.

Strada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Anticipate Customer Needs – We stay ahead of trends so our customers can grow and succeed.
• Own the Outcome – We take responsibility for delivering excellence and ensuring things get done right.
• Challenge Ourselves to Work Smarter – We move faster than the world around us to drive change and accomplish more.
• Empower Each Other to Solve Problems – We tackle challenges head on, ask tough questions, and collaborate to find the best solutions.
• Care About Our Work and Our People – We understand that what we do impacts millions, and we have a responsibility to get it right.

• health coverage
• wellbeing…