Customer Support Specialist
Overview
Join an amazing team that is consistently recognized for our achievements and culture, including our most recent Forbes award of being one of America's Best Midsize Employers for 2025! Our next class start date is June 8, 2026, and consists of 4 weeks of paid training. Training is Monday through Friday from 9am - 6pm CDT. After training we offer a fixed schedule of 40 hours per week which includes a Saturday shift. We’re looking for a friendly, customer-focused individual to join our team as a Customer Support Specialist! In this role, you’ll help manage new and existing claims, making sure everything is processed smoothly and accurately. If you enjoy problem-solving, have a passion for helping people, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect role for you! Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a team-oriented attitude are key to delivering an outstanding experience for our customers. At Mercury, we seek a better way to serve our customers, own every interaction, do the right thing in every situation, and move quickly to deliver exceptional results. Join our team and help us make a difference! Geo-Salary Information An in-person interview may be required during the hiring process The compensation for this role is based on geographic location as follows: $21.00 (CA, NJ, NY, WA, HI, AK, MD, CT, RI, MA) $19.25 (NV, OR, AZ, CO, WY, TX, ND, MN, MO, IL, WI, FL, GA, MI, OH, VA, PA, DE, VT, NH, ME) $17.25 (UT, ID, MT, NM, SD, NE, KS, OK, IA, AR, LA, MS, AL, TN, KY, IN, SC, NC, WV) The expected base salary for this position will vary depending on a number of factors, including relevant experience, skills and location.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities: Claims Intake, Filing & Evaluation: Efficiently process and file new claims, evaluate loss information, and ensure accurate categorization. Customer Support & Resolution: Address customer inquiries, provide clear claim determinations, and resolve issues with empathy and professionalism. Data Entry & Transaction Processing: Accurately enter claim details, process transactions, and ensure timely, correct updates to customer records. Research & Documentation: Conduct thorough research to support claim decisions and maintain detailed, accurate documentation of all customer interactions. High-Volume Call Handling: Manage a high volume of incoming calls, ensuring smooth claims intake and excellent customer service. Policy & Procedure Compliance: Interpret and apply company policies and procedures to ensure claims are processed in accordance with established company guidelines.
Qualifications
Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent, some college preferred Minimum 1 years’ experience in a customer service and/or call center role; experience with high volume calls is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience Prior experience working in a remote environment is a plus Must be able to type a minimum of 30 WPM Skills & Abilities Proficient in Word, Excel and Outlook for document management, communication and data entry Strong ability to analyze, identify and resolve customer needs and issues with professionalism, ensuring satisfaction and positive experiences Ability to accurately handle transactions and data entry to ensure claim-related information is correctly recorded Ability to gather and research information to support claims decisions and resolve customer queries Ability to provide exceptional service by addressing customer inquiries and resolving issues in a timely, professional manner Ability to analyze complex customer concerns or procedural discrepancies and apply logical solutions. Strong written and verbal communication skills to include active listening, ability to clearly and accurately explain procedures, policy and company guidelines to customers and agents Ability to accept and act on feedback to drive continuous improvement Consistently demonstrates commitment to meeting deadlines, completing tasks thoroughly, maintaining a high standard of performance, and ensuring punctuality in all responsibilities and interactions. Experience identifying opportunities for upselling and cross selling additional products and services, preferred Prior experience working in a remote environment is a plus Highly driven and self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment If you're passionate about helping others, driven to find better solutions, and thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, we encourage you to apply for the Customer Support Specialist position
About the Company
Why choose a career at Mercury? At Mercury, we have been guided by our purpose to help people reduce risk and overcome unexpected events for more than 60 years. We are one team with a common goal to help others. Everyone needs insurance and we can’t imagine a world without it. Our team will encourage you to grow, make time to have fun, and work together to make great things happen. We embrace the strengths and values of each team member. We believe in having diverse perspectives where everyone is included, to serve customers from all walks of life. We care about our people, and we mean it. We reward our talented professionals with a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a variety of benefits to help our team members reach their health, retirement, and professional goals. Learn more about us here: https://www.mercuryinsurance.com/about/careers Perks and Benefits We offer many great benefits, including: Competitive compensation Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions Paid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours) Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus) Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance 401 (k) retirement savings plan with company match Engaging work environment Promotional opportunities Education assistance Professional and personal development opportunities Company recognition program Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more Mercury Insurance is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pay Range USD $32,363.00 - USD $56,701.00 /Yr. Apply To This Job