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Gusto

Participant Support Specialist

Gusto
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hybrid mid full-time $23.50/hr - $26.44/hr Denver, CO

First indexed 21 Aug 2026

Description

At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy.

We handle the hard stuff , payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR , so owners can focus on their craft and their customers.

We're looking for a Participant Support Specialist to join our team.

About the Role: In this Tier 2 role, you'll handle in-depth technical and educational inquiries from 401(k) participants and IRA owners, acting as the go-to resource for escalated issues across email and phone. You'll also collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, Operations, and Legal to surface trends, close gaps, and continuously improve the participant experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver exceptional Tier 2 support, serving as the in-depth resource for complex participant inquiries
  • Own the participant lifecycle, being the go-to expert for the full participant experience at Gusto Retirement
  • Manage your queue with intention, balancing inbound phone and email support while hitting quality benchmarks
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Legal to troubleshoot complex issues
  • Identify and surface trends, spotting patterns in participant feedback and sharing actionable insights
  • Navigate tools with confidence, managing multiple platforms simultaneously
  • Handle sensitive conversations with care, bringing empathy and active listening to difficult situations

Requirements:

  • 2+ years of experience in customer care, customer success, relationship management, or FinTech
  • Experience in Benefits, 401(k), Payroll, or HR Tech is a plus
  • Results-driven with strong phone, listening, and writing skills
  • Composure under pressure, with the ability to multitask and reprioritize on the fly
  • Adaptability, creative and analytical problem-solving skills, and strong prioritization and organization
  • Technical proficiency with CX platforms and CRMs such as Salesforce, Jira, Zendesk, or similar tools

Benefits: Gusto offers competitive base pay, benefits, and equity (RSUs) to all full-time employees.

Salary: $23.50/hr - $26.44/hr in Denver and most locations.

Work Environment: Hybrid, with physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City.

This listing is enriched and indexed by YubHub. To apply, use the employer's original posting: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/gusto/jobs/8142994