Client Specialist; Term

Client Specialists at BBD provide service and support for internal and external clients. They work in a dynamic environment and as a team to process transactions related to full cycle group benefits administration. This Customer Success role provides value to our clients through daily customer service, leveraging technology, communication skills, and responsiveness to maintain a block of BBD’s clients.

This is a fixed term position ending on November 30, 2027.

• Process all transactions related to the full cycle of group benefit administration
• Anticipate, recommend solutions and make decisions based on the needs of the client
• Accountable for prompt response (24-48 hours)
• Responsible for complete and accurate documentation of plan member changes
• Strive for continuous improvement of all processes
• Adapt and support changing needs of Customer Success team
• Accountable for understanding all of BBD’s internal and client facing technology
• Support and promote the use of BBD’s technologies for all clients
• Answer phone calls and emails from customers to respond to inquiries
• Research, investigate and provide client focused solutions

• Accountable for the Plan administrator relationship
• Accountable for building and maintaining internal and external relationships
• Understanding of the client cycle
• Work cohesively and collaboratively with the team and all BBD Departments
• Adapt to changing needs of clients, both internal and external

• Provide a friendly and professional approach in all forms of communication
• Manage confidential information
• Manage conflicts in an efficient and professional manner
• Demonstrate BBD’s Values by consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations
• Strive to meet or exceed Customer Success business goals

• One- to two-years of related work experience (industry/professional office setting) in a sales-related function would be an asset
• Diploma in business or prior education including post-secondary math courses an asset
• Basic knowledge of insurance industry, insurance products, business rules and applicable provincial and federal legislation requirements
• Fundamentals in Group Benefits Certificate, an asset
• Knowledge of BBD insurance products, an asset
• Knowledge of current insurance marketplace an asset
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and in group setting and handle multiple tasks and responsibilities
• Capable of performing well in a deadline-driven environment with cyclical work and frequent interruptions
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
• Computer proficiency in MS Office:
  Word, Excel, and databases
• Positive attitude, strong team player and customer focused

• Learn by working alongside our experts
• Extended health care and dental benefits
• A retirement savings plan with company contributions
• A suite of Health & Wellness offerings
• Mental Health programs and support for you and your family
• Assistance for the completion of industry designations

The base salary for this position is between $45,000 - 50,000 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation (i.e. annual bonus, commission). The actual base salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will be able to provide additional details of the total compensation for this role.