Bilingual Business Support Agent

HOLIDAY NOTICE: Thank you for your interest in the Bilingual Business Support Agent - Alberta position. Please note that there may be a delay reviewing applications as we enter the Holiday season. We are still welcoming all applications for a January start date, and you can expect to hear back from us in early January. Happy Holidays

First Canadian is a national organization and we are experiencing unprecedented growth

We aim to hire bright, hard-working people who share our values. We seek employees who are committed to learning, career growth, and opportunity. We take pride in being an organization that our employees support long-term. We believe in our employees and celebrate their success by asking for employee opinions and feedback so that we continue to be a Great Place to Work.

We award our team with the following:

• An uplift of 5% is applied after the probationary period for qualified professional level French bilingualism (both spoken and written).
• Off work 1 hour early on Fridays.
• Earned Time-Off Program and vacation.
• Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match.
• On-site gym including free weekly classes with a qualified trainer.
• Newly renovated facility with ergonomic desks/chairs.
• Educational assistance and career development.
• Employee benefits.
• Health and Wellness spending account.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• A Culture Team dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and employee programs.
• Employee recognition and appreciation events.

Check out our company page for all the information on why we believe First Canadian is an employer of choice

If you are motivated to succeed by helping people, then this is the opportunity for you

Reporting to the Manager, Business Support – Alberta, the Bilingual Business Support Agent I – Alberta plays a key role in supporting our nationwide business partners, serving as an essential element in the ongoing improvement and maintenance of First Canadian Finance Group's online applications. This role is essential for fostering strong partnerships and ensuring our business partners receive outstanding support, which directly contributes to their success and satisfaction.

 Essential Responsibilities:

• Support business partners in evaluating client and vehicle eligibility for First Canadian products, as well as in generating
  certificates of coverage.
• Provide timely and accurate assistance to business partners and customers through telephone, email, and online portals.
• Act as the primary point of contact for business partners and Account Managers utilizing the company's online resources,
  including providing support, sharing knowledge, and addressing issues as they arise.
• Collaborate with customers and business partners to facilitate exceptions, waivers, and transfers of coverage for creditor
  insurance policies.
• Prepare agency agreements and collect and process the necessary corporate documentation.
• Support Company's business partners in acquiring, maintaining, renewing, and terminating restricted insurance licenses.
• Complete departmental and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Provide reporting support to stakeholders utilizing the IBM Cognos Analytics business intelligence platform.
• Collect, modify, audit, and maintain accurate records in IBMi system, SharePoint, and other relevant systems.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including licensing and reporting obligations.
• Ability to work a rotational Saturday/Statutory holiday is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in Business Administration, Finance, or Computer Science is required. 
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a customer service or technical support role is required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in dealership, insurance, regulatory or financial services sectors is required.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) is required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Fluent in both English and French with proven skills in verbal and written communication is required.
• Ability to work a rotational Saturday/Statutory holiday is required.
• Successful completion of a credit check, criminal background check, education verification, and employment reference checks is
  required before employment.

Thank you for considering our organization.

If you are bilingual there will be a French and English assessment as a part of the recruitment process.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. Accommodations are available upon request.