Client Care Advocate 1

Client Care Advocate 1

This position can be in either our Des Moines, IA or Batesville, IN office.

Hourly Rate: Des Moines - $19.54 per hour + overtime with a $500 sign-on bonus

Hourly Rate: Batesville - $17.58 per hour + overtime with a $500 sign-on bonus

Position Overview:

This is a high-volume, fast-paced contact center role supporting customers, agents, and internal partners across a range of insurance products. As a front-line representative of the business, you will handle complex inquiries, resolve issues, and deliver consistently strong customer experience. This role is well-suited for someone who can think on their feet, communicate clearly, and thrive in a dynamic, multitasking environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a high volume of inbound calls while delivering professional, efficient, and empathetic customer experience
• Respond to detailed inquiries regarding insurance products, policy features, and account activity
• Investigate and resolve customer issues, discrepancies, and complaints in accordance with service and compliance standards
• Translate complex information into clear, easy-to-understand explanations for customers and agents
• Accurately document all interactions in internal systems to ensure complete and compliant records
• Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned agents, accounts, or regions
• Support operational and technical inquiries from clients and distribution partners
• Identify recurring issues and proactively escalate or help drive solutions
• Handle sensitive customer information with a high level of care and in compliance with privacy regulations
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Effectively manage call volume while maintaining strong service quality and attention to detail
• Communicate clearly and professionally, including in more complex or sensitive situations
• Work toward resolving customer inquiries during the first interaction whenever possible
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation
• Demonstrate reliability, consistency, and a team-oriented approach to supporting customers and colleagues

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ year of customer service experience (call center or high-volume environment preferred)
• Strong computer skills with the ability to navigate multiple systems simultaneously
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Insurance or financial services experience a plus
• Experience working in a structured, metrics-driven environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow regulated processes
• Ability to remain composed and solution-oriented in challenging situations

Compensation & Benefits:

• $500 sign-on bonus paid at the completion of training
• Hybrid work schedule (following training period)
• Full IT equipment provided
• Free lunch and parking
• Health coverage (employee + children, based on salary band)
• 401(k) with company match and equity opportunities
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Paid time off, sick time, and company holidays
• Tuition, adoption, and lifestyle reimbursement programs
• Clear opportunities for internal mobility and career growth

KKR is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law.