Member Services Specialist

Why you’ll love working here:high-performance, people-focused cultureour commitment that equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental to our work environment and business success, which helps employees feel valued and empowered to be their authentic selveslearning and development initiatives, including workshops, Speaker Series events and access to LinkedIn Learning, that support employees’ career growthmembership in HOOPP’s world class defined benefit pension plan, which can serve as an important part of your retirement securitycompetitive, 100% company-paid extended health and dental benefits for permanent employees, including coverage supporting our team's diversity and mental health (e.g., gender affirmation, fertility and drug treatment, psychological support benefits of $2,500 per year, parental leave top-up, and a health spending account).optional post-retirement health and dental benefits subsidized at 50%yoga classes, meditation workshops, nutritional consultations, and wellness seminarsthe opportunity to make a difference and help take care of those who care for us, by providing a financially secure retirement for Ontario healthcare workersJob Summary The Member Services team within Client Services provides excellent service to HOOPP members, answering questions and concerns, educating them on their benefits and helping them to solve issues relating to their pension. The Member Services Specialist position is the face and voice of HOOPP, providing members with accurate, relevant, and timely information about their pension benefits and assisting members through personal life events. The servicing of HOOPP's members includes responding to queries, processing event transactions, and following up on expected or outstanding member related information. Responsibilities also include actively monitoring the phone and work queues and ensure incoming phone calls and work are addressed in a timely manner. What you will do:As a front-line service provider, provide relevant, prompt, and accurate information in a professional and courteous manner. Service delivery channels include phone, secure e-mail, mail, and fax.Build and maintain professional relationships with members by managing requests and educating members on various options to assist with decision making regarding their transactions.Process event-related transactions (e.g. retirement, terminations, buybacks etc.). This includes:Reviewing all aspects of a member's incoming file, including reaching out to the member for clarity/questionsBeing proactive with respect to keeping a member's file up to date, e.g. updating contact information on file if it is incorrectFollowing up with members, in accordance with service level guidelines, regarding expected or outstanding informationBuilding a trusted relationship with the member and being their HOOPP Service Specialist for the duration of the transactionWorking collaboratively with other team members and departmentsAssuming accountability for member transactions, seeing the transaction through to completionConsult with internal business partners about sensitive and complex issues and escalate issues for resolution as appropriate.Manage the member experience by monitoring outstanding member inquiries and proactively following up to ensure timely resolution.Educate members about the value of HOOPP and advocate for the defined benefits pension.Maintain accuracy rates and conduct quality verification as defined in department standards.Contribute to Client Services' objective of providing outstanding, quality service to members while functioning as an effective team player. This includes, but is not limited to:integrating and training new staff membersparticipating in team meetings, training, and eventsbeing responsible for processing own workloadwhen required, supporting other areas in Client Services to collectively ensure that there is sufficient coverage to handle member inquiriesperforming additional tasks, within the scope of the position, as requiredremaining current on HOOPP's programs and services though ongoing training. What you bring: ​​Completed College Diploma or University Degree (emphasis in Finance or business an asset).5 years related service experience in the pension/insurance/financial services industry in a team environment.Completion of a Pension Plan Administration Certificate (PPAC) and Certified Employee Benefit Specialist Program (CEBS) are considered an asset.Bilingual (French) an assetClient service orientedEncompass all HOOPP's core valuesStrong communication skills (both verbal and written) and an ability to communicate complex information clearly and at a level appropriate for the client.Work collaboratively with team members to achieve shared goalsStrong interpersonal, relationship-building skillsStrong decision-making skills are required with sound judgement, prudence and integrityEffective conflict resolution skills that will be used when dealing with both internal and external clients.Excellent time management skills: ability to plan, and prioritize workload as well as adaptability to a changing multi-tasked environmentLogical and detailed orientedAbility to effectively identify and address difficult situations with tact and diplomacy. Use analytical skills to understand client matters/issues and take appropriate action.Identify service or process opportunities that will enhance the client experience.