Alliant Insurance Services, Inc.

Technical Assistant

United States full-time Mid Salary not listed
full-time Mid level Technology & IT Curated
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About the role

SUMMARY
Responsible for providing customer service and clerical support to assist Producers and service team in supporting existing accounts and soliciting new business.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Sets-up prospect and customer files; sets-up and process dead files; conducts miscellaneous filing; Answers telephone and routes calls to others; operates fax machines, scanners, printers and copiers; Assists service team with assembly of marketing materials, proposals and presentations for prospects and customers; Inputs prospect and customer data into applications; Provides word processing assistance as required; Inputs information into agency management system; Maintains inventory and coordinates ordering of all commonly used office supplies; May conduct agency billing and processing check requests; Complies with agency management system data standards and data integrity (enters and maintains complete and accurate information); Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience Up to 2 years related work experience
SKILLS
Good verbal and written communication skills Good customer service skills, including telephone and listening skills Good problem solving and time management skills Intermediate typing skills (30-35 wpm) Ability to work within a team and to foster teamwork Ability to prioritize work for multiple projects and deadlines Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
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Technology & IT Administration Customer Service Technical Assistant Technology Mid level

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Technical Assistant role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Alliant Insurance Services, Inc.?
  3. Which of Administration, Customer Service and Technical have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

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  • A recent example that proves your experience with Administration, Customer Service and Technical.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Technical Assistant role because I can bring practical experience in Administration, Customer Service and Technical, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. needs from this hire.

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