Associate, Workforce Management

Alternate Locations: Work from Home; Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Dover, NH (New Hampshire); Omaha, NE (Nebraska); Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania)

  Work Arrangement:

Remote : Work at home employee

Relocation assistance:  is not available for this opportunity.

Requisition #:  74918

The Role at a Glance

We are excited to bring on an Associate, WFM Scheduling & Real-Time to support the Group Protection business.

Background Details
The WFM Scheduling & Real-Time Associate will perform real-time monitoring and execution of the intraday plan to ensure optimal service delivery in a dynamic, fast-paced contact center environment. This role is foundational within the Workforce Management team, serving as a key role in day-of operations partnering with frontline leadership.

What you'll be doing

• Supports and promotes change management and/or departmental/enterprise initiatives within assigned area(s) of responsibility.
• Maintains knowledge on current and emerging developments/trends for assigned area(s) of responsibility.
• Performs and delivers on routine assignments/projects for their assigned area(s) of responsibility.
• Monitors real-time performance metrics (e.g., service levels, schedule adherence, etc.) and proactively identifies variances to plan.
• Executes intraday adjustments to optimize staffing, including break/lunch rescheduling, overtime solicitation, same-day PTO, and skill reassignments.
• Communicates regularly with operations to provide updates on performance risks, mitigation approaches, and schedule adjustments.
• Tracks and documents deviations in volume, staffing, or system performance, escalating as appropriate to ensure service recovery.
• Generates and maintains intraday and post-day performance summaries.
• Supports adherence and compliance tracking, collaborating with frontline supervisors to improve call center agent accountability.
• Participates in post-day reviews and contributes insights for continuous improvement of intraday processes.
• Builds foundational knowledge of WFM tools (Verint, Five9, etc.) and contact center KPIs.

What we’re looking for

Must-haves:

• 4 Year/Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (4 years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's) - Minimum Required
• 0 - 1+ Years of experience in a contact center and/or workforce management environment directly aligned to the specific duties of this role, including experience with contact center WFM and telephony systems. (Required)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate large data sets into actionable insights

Nice-to-haves:

• Experience with contact center WFM and telephony systems, preferably Verint WFM and Five9

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted through 8/7/2025 subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.

What’s it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future. 

What’s in it for you:

• Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes

• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

• PTO/parental leave

• Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program

• Tuition assistance program

• Work arrangements that work for you

• Effective productivity/technology tools and training

The pay range for this position is $42,800 - $77,700 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.

About The Company

Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services. 

With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach. 

Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice. 

Lincoln is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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Additional Information

This position may be subject to Lincoln’s Political Contribution Policy. An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln’s current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.

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Lincoln Financial ("Lincoln" or "the Company") is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability. Opportunities throughout Lincoln are available to employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling 260-455-2558.

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