Bilingual Member Setup Specialist

Plan Member Administration is looking for a dynamic positive high-performing individual who enjoys working within a fast-paced flexible supportive and team-focused environment.

Reporting to the Manager-PMA the Member Setup Specialist is responsible for managing eligibility data for traditional Corporate client implementations and facilitating eligibility requirements for Corporate amendments within Plan Member Administration.

Position Responsibilities:

• Act as a key liaison for Plan Member Administration concerning Traditional Corporate New Issue implementations; attend meetings both internally and with clients; gather receive compare and audit client eligibility data to create and upload data electronically.

• Manage ongoing eligibility data during the warranty period; creation and implementation of electronic eligibility files with the client or through regular emails and spreadsheets from the client.

• Manage ongoing amendments for traditional Corporate clients; reviewing specific changes and determining the correct action to be taken and updating the eligibility data as required.

• Confidently load and report on member data on various administrative systems.

• Provide expertise on related systems and procedures file specifications and manual updating.

• Provide technical and administrative support to other departments as needed.

• Participate in troubleshooting and problem analysis in resolving client issues.

• Manage dedicated client caseloads with the ability to organize and prioritize in order to ensure a high level of customer service at all times while meeting tight deadlines

• Liaise with the IS team on data/system issues and provide testing support
  

Required Qualifications:

• Bilingual (French & English) is required - The successful candidate will be required to communicate in English and French in order to support clients from various jurisdictions outside of Quebec.

• Post-secondary degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Experience in a technical role; preferably related to review and/or manipulation of large data files.

• Proven experience with MS Office with an intermediate to advanced level knowledge of Excel.

• Customer service experience with a high aptitude for relationship building internally and with clients.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with Group Benefits and associated products is an asset.

• Analytical investigative and problem-solving skills and experience.

• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

• Results-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and within a team.

• Takes ownership and accountability for decisions actions and results.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to demonstrate initiative confidence and resilience in everyday situations.

• Responds to challenges and opportunities positively and productively.

• Ability to quickly learn new systems and processes.

• Ability to multitask concurrent/parallel activities and adapt to a continuously changing environment.

When you join our team:

• Well empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• Well recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team well support you in shaping the future you want to see.

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About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us visit is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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