French and English Customer Support (South Africa)

PartnerHero; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A customer support company in Cape Town is seeking French and English customer support specialists to provide exceptional service in the dog industry. Candidates should have 1+ years of experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for customer care. This full-time position offers flexibility and the chance to be part of an innovative team that enhances dog ownership experiences.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary

Generous paid vacation

Attractive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision options

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 1+ years of experience working directly with customers.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic environments.
• Comfortable using a computer.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service via chat and phone.
• Develop relationships that promote retention and loyalty.
• Analyze recurring customer issues and document accordingly.

Skills

Strong writing and communication skills in English and French

Strong conflict resolution skills

Metrics-driven ability

Adaptability in dynamic environments

Education

1+ years of prior experience in customer support

Job description

French and English Customer Support (South Africa)

Role Details

Type of Support: Phones and Emails
Contract Duration: Full Time
Training Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST
Work Schedule: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST - Flexible to work during the weekends
Work Type and Location: South Africa
Expected Start Date: October 9, 2025

About Us

PartnerHero is now Crescendo— a stronger, bolder force in customer experience. Crescendo represents growth, momentum, and transformation. By bringing together PartnerHero’s world-class outsourcing expertise and Crescendo’s innovation in customer experience and operations, we’re setting a new global standard. We deliver Augmented AI — the powerful combination of agentic AI and real human expertise — giving our partners scalable, 24/7 support in any language without compromising quality or empathy. At Crescendo, we don’t just connect talent with opportunity — we elevate businesses and people worldwide. Our integrated technology, global reach, and people-first culture empower teams to thrive and partners to grow faster. Welcome to Crescendo. Welcome to what’s next.

The Role

We’re looking for French and English customer support specialists who are passionate about transforming the dog–human relationship. Our mission? Develop cutting-edge technology to revolutionize what it means to be a dog parent. The dog industry remains firmly stuck in the past and we are here to change that. The partner is leveraging our team’s talent and expertise to improve the lives of the millions of dogs in the U.S. Real-time location tracking, activity, sleep, and behavior monitoring are just the beginning. The most exciting aspect of our work? Bridging the communication gap between dogs and humans. Imagine a world where everyone knows how their dog feels in real-time and how to keep their best friend in good shape. That’s the future we’re building at the company. If you’re someone who thrives in innovative, collaborative work environments and feels strongly about helping dogs live longer, better lives, the partner could be the perfect fit. Join us in our pursuit of the “impossible,” or as we call it here “let me find a way,” to redefine the future of dog ownership together.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide exceptional customer service via chat and phone
• Work closely with customers to develop relationships that promote retention and loyalty
• Communicate with customers to identify their needs, process requests, escalate complaints, and provide helpful solutions that ensure they have a great customer service experience
• Analyze recurring customer issues and document accordingly
• Refer to premade scripts for a variety of customer service topics

What We Expect From You:

• You love dogs
• At least 1+ years of prior experience working directly with customers in a customer support role
• Strong writing and communication skills in English and French
• Passion for creating exceptional customer experiences and an ability to use challenging situations as an opportunity to exceed customer expectations
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and evolving environment - must be adaptable
• Metrics-driven and proven ability to handle a high volume of customer interactions
• Strong conflict resolution skills and even temperament in challenging situations
• Understanding of active listening techniques
• Comfortable using a computer

What You’ll Get In Return:

• Hybrid working arrangements
• Competitive Base Salary
• Generous paid vacation
• Attractive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision options that are applicable per country of residence for all our full-time employees
• Access to free posture-based fitness workouts from home paid Sabbatical Leave
• Training opportunities provided by Crescendo and outside entities
• 1-on-1 coaching with feedback sessions, mentorship, and opportunities for cross-functional development

Company Culture Is At Our Core

Core values give our work intention and our culture its edge. They’re the standards we hold for ourselves, our partners, and each other.

• Care for others: Empathy is a key driver. When people thrive, so does the mission.
• Embrace growth: Curiosity fuels progress. Take bold risks, sharpen your edge, go forward.
• Manifest trust: Trust is our currency. Earn it daily, protect it fiercely, and let it fuel what’s next.
• Take ownership: Bold choices with integrity at the core—that’s how impact lasts.
• Be humble: Humility opens the door to better ideas. Hear others, lift others, keep learning.

Crescendo is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We value diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging and these pillars are at the heart of how we work together. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

We are committed to the inclusion of all individuals and will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you require assistance or accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

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Our roles require varying levels of English proficiency. To help us assess your level, using a computer, please complete the SolidRoad English Assessment before submitting your application (unless you have already done so).

Instructions:

1. Copy and paste the following link into your browser: https://app.solidroad.com/public/assessments/d36a0cec-cfe3-45a2-9f19-e2a2dbeb8c1d

2. Complete the full assessment.

3. Use your full name and the same email address as in your application. I have completed the assessment. No, I was unable to complete it due to a technical issue. (Please explain in the next question)

Briefly describe the technical issue you experienced (e.g., error message, loading problem, device issue, etc.).

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Confidentiality Disclaimer

We value the privacy and confidentiality of our recruitment process. By participating in the recruitment process, candidates agree to the following:

* Confidentiality of Process: All information, including interview details, assessments, discussions, and any proprietary company information shared during the recruitment process, must remain confidential and must not be disclosed to any third parties without prior written consent.

* Data Protection: Personal information provided by the candidate will be used solely for recruitment purposes and will be handled in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

* Mutual Respect: Candidates are requested to respect the confidentiality of other applicants, as well as the company’s policies, strategies, and internal practices shared during the process.

Failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in disqualification from the recruitment process or further legal actions if necessary.

For any questions or clarifications, please contact [e-mail].