Chat Customer Support Agent with German (full time or part time)

About the position

David Kennedy Recruitment is working with a leading Outsourcing/BPO consultancy who is seeking to onboard a Chat Customer Support Agent in Riga.

Position: Chat Customer Support Agent with German

Work model: On-site

Location: Riga, Latvia

Employment type: full-time or part-time (minimum 20 hours a week)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• No phone-related duties
• Handle incoming message requests from customers of a payment platform, chat and email and provide resolution to end users
• Record case resolutions in the contact center tool based on client communication
• Ensure that cases are resolved within the case life cycle
• Escalate priority issues per client specifications to the immediate lead if applicable
• Work independently and within a team
• Communicate well with internal and external contacts
• Provide exemplary customer experience
• Meet quality standards on all handled contacts
• Follow the schedule of work days and hours, be ready to start working on time
• Handle contacts while maintaining the targets defined for the project: response time, handle time, and resolution rate aligned with project KRAs
• Consider any additional ad hoc tasks that may contribute to better service to the client or improvement of your KPIs
• Attend trainings

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Upper - intermediate German (B2) and fluent in English (B1+) language, both verbal and written
• Previous experience in an outsourced customer service environment is nice to have
• Willingness to relocate to Riga or already residing there
• EU citizenship or valid work permit for Latvia
• Computer literacy with a minimum typing skill of 50 wpm with 90% accuracy
• Optimistic, friendly, positive, and self-motivated personality
• Ability to work in a team
• Service-oriented profile with a focus on problem-solving
• Ability to work shift hours/ part-time (to the extent legally possible), adapting fast to change of prioritization
• No remarks in a background check, e.g. no criminal record, and willingness to participate in such background check process during the recruitment process

OFFER:

• Paid startup training and professional development sessions
• Shifts within the line operating hours 07:30 AM - 12:30 AM, from Monday to Sunday. 40 hours a week 
• Hybrid work (performance dependant)l might be considered after initial 3 months of employment
• Relocation support
• A dynamic and diverse job in a pleasant and modern environment
• Opportunities for personal and professional development
• Team-building activities

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Premium Medical Insurance: Enjoy comprehensive coverage for you and your family (spouse and dependents) including routine health checks, dental, vision, prescription drugs, mental health support, and much more
• OVP (Compulsory Health Examination): Full coverage.
• Development Opportunities: Advance your skills with DEXT, our educational platform offering 5000+ free courses, practice platforms and certifications, especially in cutting-edge technologies.
• Attractive compensation and allowances- Basis role and experience.
• Annual Leave – 4 calendar weeks of paid leave.
• Work Culture and Environment: Thrive in a dynamic and enjoyable workplace enriched with regular celebrations, wellness activities, and great team spirit.
• Hybrid Work Model: Transition to a hybrid model after meeting performance standards and depending on business needs.
• Work from Home on Late Shifts: Option to work from home whenever you work late shift hours ending beyond 9 pm, providing you with the flexibility to manage your schedule effectively.

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