Client Engagement Specialist (Outbound Sales)

• Handle calls from new customer prospects (via phone, video, email, etc.) to introduce the Advice Center and match customers with the appropriate advisor; refer complex inquiries to higher level staff. • Guide customers through the Transamerica customer experience; gather information and create customer profiles in order to identify and assess needs. • Schedule appointments with advisors for simple/routine customer requests. • Facilitate two-way communication with the advisor team to ensure customer needs are addressed in a timely manner. • Keep abreast of product offerings to better identify the value proposition to customers.

• Bachelor’s degree in a business related field or equivalent experience. • Ability to communicate in a friendly and persuasive manner. • Listening skills to identify and assess customer needs. • Professional demeanor to represent the company through a virtual environment. • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills. • Ability to multi-task and work in a team environment. • Proficiency using MS Office products. • Experience in the financial services industry. • Customer service experience.

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. •

Job Family Customer Service About Us At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests. Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.     Who We Are   We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life. Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them. We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms. What We Do Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs. Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group servingapproximately 23.9 million customersworldwide.* For more information, visit transamerica.com.  Job Description Summary Serves as the initial point of contact for customers seeking financial guidance related to retirement, personal insurance, savings and investment options. Triage inbound calls and place prospects with financial planning and retirement planning advisors. Job Description Responsibilities • Handle calls from new customer prospects (via phone, video, email, etc.) to introduce the Advice Center and match customers with the appropriate advisor; refer complex inquiries to higher level staff. • Guide customers through the Transamerica customer experience; gather information and create customer profiles in order to identify and assess needs. • Schedule appointments with advisors for simple/routine customer requests. • Facilitate two-way communication with the advisor team to ensure customer needs are addressed in a timely manner. • Keep abreast of product offerings to better identify the value proposition to customers. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in a business related field or equivalent experience. • Ability to communicate in a friendly and persuasive manner. • Listening skills to identify and assess customer needs. • Professional demeanor to represent the company through a virtual environment. • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills. • Ability to multi-task and work in a team environment. • Proficiency using MS Office products. Preferred Qualifications • Experience in the financial services industry. • Customer service experience. Working Conditions • Remote (Call Center) Environment • May work varied shifts Compensation **Please note that the compensation information that follows is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to applicable pay transparency and compensation posting laws. It is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid in certain Company locations.** The Salary for this position generally ranges between $44,000 - $46,000 annually. This range is an estimate, based on potential qualifications and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law. Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at Company discretion. This position is also currently eligible for performance incentives. What We Offer For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. Compensation Benefits • Competitive Pay • Bonus for Eligible Employees Benefits Package • Pension Plan • 401k Match • Employee Stock Purchase Plan • Tuition Reimbursement • Disability Insurance • Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Employee Discounts • Career Training & Development Opportunities Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits • Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service. • Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays). • Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars • Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child. • Adoption Assistance • Employee Assistance Program • Back-Up Care Program • PTO for Volunteer Hours • Employee Matching Gifts Program • Employee Resource Groups • Inclusion and Diversity Program