Customer Service Coordinator

Informa Connect; New York (NY); Remote; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player as a Customer Service Coordinator, where your role is pivotal in enhancing fan experiences at major events. This exciting position combines remote work with on-site opportunities, allowing you to engage directly with fans while solving problems and ensuring smooth operations. You'll collaborate with various teams to elevate customer satisfaction and contribute to the success of iconic pop-culture events. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional service and thrive in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Flexible Working Patterns

In-Person and Online Social Events

Volunteer Days

Career Development Opportunities

Paid Time Off

401k Match

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service, preferably in events.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding service via email and in-person.
• Collaborate with Operations and Marketing Departments.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Team Player

Tools

Zendesk

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

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Company Description
We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100.

Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make business connections.

We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programmes for individuals and businesses.

Job Description
FAN EXPO HQ
FAN EXPO HQ is the largest pop-culture event producer in the world. Our mission is to deliver the ultimate fan experience through our growing portfolio of events, which includes MEGACON Orlando, FAN EXPO Dallas, FAN EXPO Boston, FAN EXPO Denver, FAN EXPO San Francisco, FAN EXPO Canada, Calgary Comics & Entertainment Expo, FAN EXPO Vancouver, FAN EXPO Chicago, FAN EXPO New Orleans, FAN EXPO Philadelphia, FAN EXPO Cleveland, FAN EXPO Portland, VidCon, and more.

As a Customer Service Coordinator, you’ll be the hero making sure our fans have next-level experiences. This remote gig lets you work from home, but when the show calls, you’ll be on-site, in the action, making the magic happen at select events throughout the year. Plus, you’ll provide remote support for other epic shows when needed.

We’re looking for a dedicated, U.S.-based team player who’s ready to bring the energy, solve problems like a pro, and keep the fandom hype alive. Sound like you? Let’s do this.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding service via email and in-person interactions to provide the ultimate fan experience.
• Be prepared to travel to see our shows in action and provide on-site customer service as needed.
• Collaborate closely with the Operations and Marketing Departments to resolve customer and ticketing issues.
• Work with the Marketing team and ticket platform provider to identify and implement enhancements and new initiatives to improve the fan experience.
• Provide appropriate solutions and alternatives within time limits, ensuring follow-up and escalation when necessary.
• Assist with the placement of orders, refunds, upgrades, or exchanges.
• Manage a large volume of incoming emails and advise on company/show information.
• Offer assistance and propose options for accessibility requests.
• Keep accurate records of customer interactions and file necessary documents.
• Follow communication procedures, guidelines, and policies.
• Compile reports on overall customer satisfaction, ticketing, and other relevant areas as required.
• Assist with admission ticket builds and Will Call requests.
• Support the RFID badge ordering and fulfillment process.
• Bring new ideas, problem-solve, and support the execution of initiatives to enhance our evolving shows across the portfolio.
• Continuously contribute to the ongoing improvement of the overall FAN EXPO experience.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Proven experience in a customer service role, preferably within the events industry.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.
• Willingness to travel and be on-site at select events throughout the year.
• Proficient in using customer service software and other relevant tools, such as Zendesk, Word, and Excel.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and team player.
• Located in the United States.

Additional Information

Why work at Informa
We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com

Our benefits include:

• Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive, and we support a range of working patterns.
• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks.
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too.
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves.
• Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years, plus 10 national holidays, a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year.
• Competitive benefits, including a 401k match, health, vision and dental insurance, parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount.
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, free access to a wellness app and more.
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programs.
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world.
• The salary range for this opportunity is between $45,000 - $50,000 per annum.
• This posting will expire on 03/14.

We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.

At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.