Customer Complaint Compliance Specialist at Fidelity & Guaranty Life Business Services in Des Moines, Iowa

Job Description:

Job Summary


The focus of the Customer Complaint Specialist is to investigate and respond to complaints and ensure that they are handled promptly, fairly, and in compliance with regulatory standards and company policies. Responsibilities include collecting and analyzing relevant documentation and transactions, managing the Customer Complaint database and Key Risk Indicator (KRI) reporting, and drafting responses to complaints. This role also involves executing strategic tasks such as drafting policies and procedures, and making recommendations for process improvements to prevent complaints and enhance the customer experience.

This position reports to the Manager of Customer Complaint Compliance and will work closely with other members of the Legal and Compliance groups, as well as the Operations, Risk, Actuarial and Sales teams.


Duties and Responsibilities

• Investigate and review customer complaints received by F&G from its annuity and life insurance clients
• Collect and analyze relevant documentation, transactions, and correspondence to understand the nature and details of each complaint
• Manage the Customer Complaint database for reporting purposes
• Oversee the reporting of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) related to customer complaints
• Draft written responses to complaints regarding resolution
• Investigate and/or escalate agent monitoring issues
• Assist in writing and maintaining department policies and procedures
• Address inquiries and audits from various state Departments of Insurance concerning complaints
• Support various Compliance functions, including Agent Monitoring, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and Anti-Fraud teams
• Make recommendations for process improvements based on investigation outcomes to prevent future complaints and enhance customer satisfaction

Experience and Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree is required
• 5+ years of experience in an insurance Compliance, Investigative or Operational role
• Demonstrated management and leadership abilities
• Insurance/financial industry designations or completed coursework towards Compliance, Ethical or Anti-Fraud designations preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong analytical skills and aptitude for detailed work
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced production environment while addressing multiple responsibilities
• Ability to work from home under limited direct supervision at a high level
• Well versed in insurance industry rules and regulations

Other Requirements

• Perform other functions, duties and projects as assigned
• Regular and punctual attendance
• Some travel required (less than 10%)

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Additional Information

Work Environments


F&G believes in an employee-centric flexible environment, which is why we offer the ability for in-office, hybrid and remote work arrangements. During the hiring process, you'll work with your leader to decide what works best for your role.

F&G complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for F&G. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact talentacquisition@fglife.com.

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About F&G


Since 1959, Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company (F&G) has offered annuity and life insurance products to those who are seeking security in retirement and protection during life's unexpected events.

As a national Top Workplace1, an Iowa Top Workplace2 and a proud equal opportunity employer, F&G team members are empowered, collaborative, dynamic and authentic. We believe that by embracing these values, we will continue to build and strengthen the company while continuing to be a great place to work.

1Top Workplaces USA 2022 - 2023


2Des Moines Register Top Workplaces 2018 - 2022



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