**Experienced Customer Success Associate (FT Contractor, Remote) – Join blithequark in Revolutionizing Student Loan Repayment**

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At blithequark, we're on a mission to empower 45 million Americans burdened by student debt to save money through smart, algorithm-based recommendations. Our innovative approach combines policy expertise and cutting-edge technology to serve student loan borrowers across the country. As a Certified B Corporation, we're committed to helping all borrowers improve their financial health through better repayment strategies.With the support of world-class investors, including General Catalyst, NextView, Greycroft, Foundation Capital, Story Ventures, QED Investors, and Flourish Ventures, we're poised to tackle one of the greatest challenges of our generation. Our founding team draws on years of experience in public policy, law, consumer finance, and engineering to drive meaningful change.Join Our Team and Help Fix the SystemAs a Customer Success Associate on our Borrower Success Team, you'll play a critical role in helping student loan borrowers navigate blithequark's tools and enroll in federal forgiveness and repayment programs. With comprehensive training and hands-on experience, you'll become an expert in the student loan landscape and serve as the first point of contact for our users.This is a remote, full-time, contractor role for up to 5 months, with the possibility of extension or permanent hiring in NYC based on performance and company needs. If you're passionate about applying your talents in a fast-paced startup environment to tackle a major social issue, we encourage you to apply.Key Responsibilities:* Understand blithequark's product offerings and how they address borrowers' needs* Engage with borrowers via email and live chat, providing empathetic and clear communication* Review and submit applications for federal loan programs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency* Proactively suggest and implement ideas and automations that can help scale the team, driving process improvements and innovation* Collaborate with the Borrower Success Team to achieve team and company growth goals in line with our social mission* Bring user feedback to life with the product, design, and engineering teams to create new features and offeringsRecommended Experience:We're seeking teammates with at least one year of relevant work experience. Experience with start-ups, finance (including financial aid or fintech), government programs, or customer support is a plus. If you're passionate about applying your talents in a fast-paced startup environment to tackle a major social issue, we encourage you to apply.Essential Qualities:During the interview process, we'll be evaluating the following key qualities in your experience and potential:*Detail oriented:You can understand and communicate complex program requirements; you can capably manage internal systems and processes*Fast learner:You have demonstrated experience in quickly mastering new skills and knowledge areas*Clear communicator:You can field questions from borrowers with empathy, tact, and clarity*Excellent teammate:You collaborate with and support your teammates; you clearly communicate capacity and expectationsOur Values:We're proud to be a mission-driven company with an inclusive culture. Our greatest asset is the set of values our team strives to embody every day: empathy, diversity, growth, determination, humility, and fun. Read more about what these mean to us at [Join Our Team and Help Make a Difference:If you're passionate about revolutionizing student loan repayment and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply. Join us in our mission to help 45 million Americans save money and achieve financial health.What We Offer:* Comprehensive training and hands-on experience in the student loan landscape* Opportunity to work with a world-class team of innovators and experts* Flexible, remote work arrangement with the possibility of extension or permanent hiring in NYC* Competitive compensation and benefits package* Opportunities for career growth and professional development* A dynamic and inclusive company culture that values empathy, diversity, growth, determination, humility, and funHow to Apply:If you're ready to join a team of passionate and dedicated professionals who are committed to making a difference, please submit your application through our website: [ We look forward to hearing from you!Apply for this job

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