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Specialized Client Care Srvcs Rep Sr

Northwestern Mutual · Franklin, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 15, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you found the root cause of a problem so the customer did not have to call back.

What they are checking: Whether they take ownership and prevent repeat calls, as the posting asks.

Tell me about a time you learned a complex product or process quickly.

What they are checking: Whether they can grow from intermediate to complex work in a specialized area.

Describe a time you suggested an improvement to how work was done.

What they are checking: Whether they notice what slows the work down and speak up, which the posting calls continuous improvement.

What do you think makes a remarkable service experience for a busy Financial Rep?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the field as a partner and what they need to serve clients.

What would you do

A Financial Representative calls upset because a client's transaction was delayed. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can de-escalate the field and solve the problem, not just apologize.

How do you handle a call when you are not sure of the answer?

What they are checking: Whether they research carefully and stay honest rather than guessing.

When is it okay to deviate from a procedure to solve a complex problem?

What they are checking: Whether they can use judgment while understanding the risks to the client or policy.

How would you encourage a Financial Rep to use the website or self-service tools?

What they are checking: Whether they can advocate for self-service without making the field feel brushed off.

About the work

How do you stay accurate when you are handling many calls in a row?

What they are checking: Whether they protect quality in a fast call center setting where errors affect clients.

How do you explain the impact of a transaction on a client's policy to a rep?

What they are checking: Whether they understand how transactions affect policies and can explain the risk clearly.

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The full job description

As published by Northwestern Mutual.

​What You'll Do: • Delivers a personalized and remarkable experience for our field by answering their questions, providing servicing options and helping them with products or services in a call center environment • Proficient at resolving inquiries and transactions from Financial Reps on basic and intermediate (semi-complex) level calls and transactions in a specialized area and is learning to become proficient in complex work. • Researches and evaluates possible solutions to complex problems that requires identifying root cause and some deviations from procedures • Takes ownerships of calls and anticipates future issues to avoid repeat calls and unnecessary call transfers • Ability to de-escalate field experience situations effectively while guiding the field through complex and unique inquiries. • Serves as a trusted advocate for our Financial Representatives and partners with them to meet the needs of our clients. • Embraces new technology and serves as an advocate for website and self-service capabilities by educating the field. Understands risks and impacts that the transaction has on the client or policy. • Understands how systems connect to processes and outcomes. • Drives change and embraces continuous improvement by creating processes and provisions to accommodate change. • Fosters a professional relationship with our field to enhance brand loyalty • Handles phone and transactional responsibilities while adhering to strict confidentiality and privacy standards • Adept at shifting work priorities to meet the needs of the business and customer demand. What You'll Bring to the Role: • Associates degree in business or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience • Minimum of 2 years related customer service experience with proven customer service skills • Advanced understanding of specialized markets or products (i.e. DI, LTC, Whole Life, COLI/BOLI) • Basic knowledge of single risk products • A basic understanding of tax implications • Advanced written and verbal communication skills • Ability to multi-task and handle high volume of calls/case load with the greatest possible degree of accuracy • Strong organization skills with the ability to prioritize tasks. • A strong desire to continuously learn and improve • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to provide options • Demonstrated computer experience with solid keyboarding skills and proficiency with current software packages Skills You Have: Adaptive Communication (NM) : Formulates strategies to convey complex information about services, products, systems, or processes to targeted audiences; liaises between technical and non-technical audiences. Analytical Thinking (NM) : Organizes and compares aspects of a situation to identify key or underlying issues through data and analysis; thinks critically from multiple perspectives and seeks to improve processes. Attention to Detail (NM) : Focuses on specific details to spot and correct errors in advance and surpass quality expectations through thorough review. Case Management (NM) : Manages and maintains ownership of assigned cases, communicating status, managing requirements, and answering client questions. Customer Service Mindset (NM) : Anticipates customer needs and applies understanding of customer perspectives to solve problems and drive outcomes. Customer Support (NM) : Captures customer information clearly and uses customer intelligence to solve problems, ensure satisfaction, and resolve complaints efficiently. Field Relations (NM) : Builds and maintains relationships with agents/brokers and collaborates to ensure customers receive the best possible service and coverage. Compensation Range: Pay Range - Start: $21.77 Pay Range - End: $32.66 Geographic Specific Pay Structure: Structure 110: Structure 115: We believe in fairness and transparency. It’s why we share the salary range for most of our roles. However, final salaries are based on a number of factors, including the skills and experience of the candidate; the current market; location of the candidate; and other factors uncovered in the hiring process. The standard pay structure is listed but if you’re living in California, New York City or other eligible location, geographic specific pay structures, compensation and benefits could be applicable, click here to learn more. Grow your career with a best-in-class company that puts our clients' interests at the center of all we do. Get started now! Northwestern Mutual is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes talented individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which each employee can contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, assume leadership and continue to focus on meeting and exceeding business and personal objectives.

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