Summary
Sells insurance products through telemarketing.
Description
Location: This position is onsite full-time (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday in a typical office environment. You will work an 8-hour shift scheduled during our normal business hours of 8:00AM-5:00PM. It may be necessary, given the business need to work occasional overtime. You may be required to travel between buildings. This role is located at 4101 Percival Road, Columbia, SC 29229.
What You Will Do:
Places and answers (inbound and outbound) telephone calls from/to potential customers, Assists with decisions regarding plans and products.
Follows up/through on leads provided.
Generates letters to prospective customers. Processes applications and prepares marketing/information packets
To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need the Following:
Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Skills and Training: Working knowledge of word processing software. Good judgment skills. Effective presentation skills. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. Effective organizational skills.
Required Software and Other Tools: Microsoft Office.
Required Licenses and Certifications: Department of Insurance Licensure must be obtained within 60 days of hire in state employed. American Health Insurance Professionals Certification for Medicare within 90 days of hire
We Prefer You to Have the Following:
Preferred Work Experience: 3 years-Customer service
Preferred Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge of spreadsheet and database software. Effective customer service skills. Analytical and critical thinking skills. Ability to persuade, negotiate, or influence others.
Preferred Software and Other Tools: Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access, or other spreadsheet/database software
What We Can Do for You:
We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have access and opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Health Insurance
Free vision coverage
Voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid annual leave — the longer you work here, the more you earn
Nine paid holidays
On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount
Tuition assistance
Service recognition
What to Expect Next:
After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will be conducting interviews with those candidates who qualify with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected] or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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Skills Required
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Working knowledge of word processing software
- Good judgment skills
- Effective presentation skills
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
- Effective organizational skills
- Microsoft Office
- Department of Insurance Licensure obtained within 60 days of hire (in-state)
- American Health Insurance Professionals Certification for Medicare within 90 days of hire
- 3 years customer service experience
- Working knowledge of spreadsheet and database software
- Effective customer service skills
- Analytical and critical thinking skills
- Ability to persuade, negotiate, or influence others
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel or Access
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and has not been reviewed or approved by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina.
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Healthcare Strength — The package includes multiple medical and dental plan options, free vision, company‑paid life insurance, and short‑/long‑term disability, plus wellness programs and an EAP. On‑site clinics and fitness centers at major locations complement core health coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off starts at about four weeks per year alongside nine paid holidays. This provides substantial baseline leave from day one.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness discounts, coaching, and incentives are emphasized, with on‑site fitness resources where available. Additional tools and services support day‑to‑day wellbeing.
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Insights
What We Do
For more than six decades, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina has been part of the national landscape. Our roots are firmly embedded in the state. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina. We are also the only one that has an A+ Superior A.M. Best rating. We are one of the nation's leading government contract administrators. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast and have a diverse family of subsidiary companies. Our full-time employees enjoy benefits like a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, subsidized health plans, free vision coverage, life insurance, paid annual leave and holidays, wellness programs and education assistance. If you are a full-time employee in the National Guard or reserves, we will cover the difference in your pay if you are called to active duty. BlueCross has a dedicated corporate culture of community support. Our employees are some of the most giving in the country. They support dozens of nonprofit organizations every year. If you're ready to join a diverse company with secure, community roots and an innovative future, apply for a position now!
