Job Description

To action, resolve or escalate a range of customer queries or complaints via inbound our outbound (as required) voice channels in professional and customer centric manner.
Key Responsibilities
Query Handling

• Handle a range of customer queries and/or complaints via inbound or outbound communication channels
• Interpret and resolve queries by providing accurate account, product and / or service related information aligned to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Escalate relevant queries to stakeholders to ensure resolution
• Capture the correct dispositions based on the nature of the query and / or complaint
• Provide a professional customer experience and satisfaction at all times
• Action administrative requirements related to customer account management accurately

Service Level

• Resolve queries in line with departmental standards, Service Levels and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Promptly escalate potential crisis situations to Management
• Action all queries in an efficient, professional and timeous manner that will ensure a positive customer experience

Quality Assurance

• Ensure outputs are aligned to departmental Quality Assurance standards and targets
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedure and departmental templates where relevant

Adherence

• Adhere to workforce schedule i.e. start and end time, lunch and body breaks
• Adhere to all Company Policies and Procedures e.g. Absence Management Policy, House Rules, Disciplinary Policy
• Perform any ad hoc tasks as and when required

Experience

• Minimum 1 year Customer Service / Contact Centre experience
• Minimum typing speed of 35 words per minute and 95% accuracy

Qualification

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4

Functional Knowledge and Skills

• Experience/knowledge of retail account assistance services advantageous
• Strong verbal & written communication skills
• High problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure
• Ability to show empathy and handle customers sensitively
• Ability to be flexible and display strong adaptability skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience
• Time & self-management skills with the ability to multi-task, organise and prioritise
• Knowledge of contact centre and customer support functions / services

Should you not receive feedback within 2 weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

Skills Required