HR Contact Centre Senior Representative

Description The opportunity Are you looking for unlimited opportunities to develop and succeed? With work that challenges and makes a difference and a flexible and supportive environment, we can help our customers achieve their dreams and aspirations. The North American Human Resources Contact Center AskHR Team has a career opportunity for a customer service oriented individual to join our collaborative and dynamic team.  In the HR Contact Service Representative role, you will demonstrate a superior commitment to meeting customer needs by providing prompt and accurate responses to our North American based employees and retirees and internal HR colleagues. The Contact Centre responds to inbound calls and emails in regard to HR policies, and programs and provides technical support for the company's HR Systems such as Workday and Compass. As our ideal candidate, your talent is your ability to communicate effectively with people; you are a quick learner with a high energy level and a desire to be part of a dynamic, service-oriented team. Responsibilities Provide exceptional service to our employees and HR colleagues by handling telephone and email inquiries with regards to HR policies, programs and HRIS system. Responsible for providing prompt and accurate responses in a clear, consistent and professional manner, within established productivity goals and turn-around times Educate customers at every opportunity on rationale behind policies and Manulife HR self-service tools. Maintain updated knowledge of Manulife's HR policies, programs and procedures Identify streamlining opportunities for continuous improvement Identify trends and patterns of client questions or issues, initiate improvement suggestions or escalate to the appropriate person/department Use the call tracking system to track call received Work hours will be rotating shifts between 8am and 5pm Monday-Friday, overtime maybe required on occasion.  What motivates you? You obsess about customers, listen, engage and act for their benefit. You think big, with curiosity to discover ways to use your agile approach and enable business outcomes. You thrive in teams and enjoy getting things done together. You take ownership and build solutions, focusing on what matters. You do what is right, work with integrity and speak up. You share your humanity, helping us build a diverse and inclusive work environment for everyone. What we are looking for Experience within a call center environment is an asset Bilingual in English and in French Understanding of Human Resource policies, procedures and tools is an asset High-comfort working in a fast-paced, high-volume, and ever-changing environment Exceptional technical capabilities, including computer skills, call-center technologies & intranet navigation Good judgment in interpreting and applying HR policies and procedures Superior customer service experience and skills High level of phone confidence and professionalism in interaction with customers Excellent verbal & written communication skills in English and French is required Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet timelines Ability to handle sensitive and complex information Solid team player Ability to be resourceful, strong research skills #LI-Hybrid What can we offer you? A competitive salary and benefits packages. A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills. A focus on growing your career path with us. Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance. Professional development and leadership opportunities. Our commitment to you Values-first culture We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together. Boundless opportunity We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career. Continuous innovation We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services. Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives. Championing Corporate Citizenship We build a business that benefits all stakeholders and has a positive social and environmental impact. About Manulife and John Hancock Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. With our global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, we operate as Manulife across our offices in Asia, Canada, and Europe, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States. We provide financial advice, insurance, and wealth and asset management solutions for individuals, groups and institutions. At the end of 2022, we had more than 40,000 employees, over 116,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving over 34 million customers. At the end of 2022, we had $1.3 trillion (US$1.0 trillion) in assets under management and administration, including total invested assets of $0.4 trillion (US $0.3 trillion), and segregated funds net assets of $0.3 trillion (US$0.3 trillion). We trade as ‘MFC’ on the Toronto, New York, and the Philippine stock exchanges, and under ‘945’ in Hong Kong. Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer Salary & Benefits The annual base salary for this role is listed below. Primary Location Montreal, Quebec Salary range is expected to be between $43,800.00 CAD - $73,000.00 CAD If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.