Customer Services Consultant at Southern Cross Healthcare

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Focus, Empathy, Communication, Resilience, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation, Goal-Oriented, Confidentiality, Professionalism, Service Delivery

Industry

Insurance

Description

About us Southern Cross Health Insurance is shaping a healthier Aotearoa New Zealand. Our purpose is simple: empowering our members to live well for longer. We're here to give peace of mind through timely access to quality care, inspire healthier living, and lead positive change across the health system. As a New Zealand-owned, member-based organisation, we're building a future where wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do -- delivering exceptional value for our members and creating an environment where our people thrive. Now is an exciting time to join us. You'll be part of a high-performing, values-driven team where people are at the heart of everything we do -- and in return for your talent, you'll have the opportunity to grow, make an impact, and be proud of the difference your work makes. About the role We’re recruiting for our next intake of Customer Service Consultants to join our Contact Centre whānau. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in supporting the health and wellbeing of our members and colleagues. You’ll be joining an award-winning team, proud recipients of the 2025 Reader’s Digest Quality Service Award. Our diverse team is passionate, supportive, and engaged—and we know how to have fun, celebrate success, and bring our whole selves to work. Our team celebrates wins, supports one another, and brings their whole selves to work while delivering outstanding service to our members. Role details Type: Permanent, full-time (You must be a New Zealand Resident, New Zealand Citizen, or Australian Citizen to apply) Start date: Tuesday 5 May 2026 Hours: Monday to Friday, between 8.00am – 5.30pm Location: Tāmaki Makaurau – Auckland (This role is Auckland-based. Remote options are not available) Onboarding & training: You’ll receive a comprehensive five-week training programme, followed by ongoing mentoring and support to set you up for success. What you’ll be doing As a Customer Service Consultant, you’ll support our members across all contact channels, delivering service that reflects our brand and values. Your day-to-day will include: Providing consistently professional, empathetic service with end-to-end follow-through Managing enquiries efficiently to ensure high-quality outcomes and productivity Delivering customer experiences aligned to our brand promise: “We’re with you” Demonstrating care and sensitivity in moments of vulnerability Offering appropriate options to support the best possible member outcomes We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional member experiences, so you’ll be driven, engaged, and motivated to perform at your best. About you You’ll thrive in this role if you: Are customer-focused, empathetic, and genuinely enjoy helping others Bring a positive outlook and a growth mindset Communicate clearly with a friendly, professional manner Are resilient, adaptable, and self-aware Are self-motivated and goal-oriented Maintain confidentiality at all times Contact centre or medical experience is advantageous but not required. We’re seeking people with the right attitude and values—those who genuinely enjoy helping others. What’s in it for you? In return for your talent, you’ll receive a generous benefits package, including: Five days of wellbeing leave plus one paid volunteer day each year Hybrid ways of working to support work, team, and individual needs A comprehensive induction and structured development pathway Remuneration increases as you progress through our Development Pathway Programme Fully subsidised medical insurance for you and your immediate whānau Life insurance cover and discounts on pet and travel insurance Additional parental leave benefits and financial wellbeing support The option to purchase flexi leave Access to a leading workplace wellbeing programme that is tailored to your unique wellbeing journey and be rewarded up-to $1000 every year Our Values and Our Commitment to inclusion Ngākau nui. Āhurutanga. Tikanga. Always there. Always real. Always true. If you thrive in a caring, honest, and open culture, you’ll feel right at home with us. We are proud to be Rainbow Tick accredited, and we facilitate an active employee-led Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Forum which supports many diverse groups including our Māori network, Pasifika Collective, Neurodiversity and Whānau Support networks. If you share our commitment and passion, we'd love to hear from you. About us Southern Cross Health Insurance is shaping a healthier Aotearoa New Zealand. Our purpose is simple: empowering our members to live well for longer. We’re here to give peace of mind through timely access to quality care, inspire healthier living, and lead positive change across the health system. As a New Zealand-owned, member-based organisation, we’re building a future where wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do — delivering exceptional value for our members and creating an environment where our people thrive. Now is an exciting time to join us. You’ll be part of a high-performing, values-driven team where people are at the heart of everything we do — and in return for your talent, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, make an impact, and be proud of the difference your work makes.

Responsibilities

The Customer Service Consultant will support members across all contact channels, providing consistently professional and empathetic service with end-to-end follow-through. Daily tasks involve efficiently managing enquiries to ensure high-quality outcomes and delivering customer experiences aligned with the brand promise, "We’re with you."