Remote Technical Support Specialist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Medical insurance

Retirement planning

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking an experienced Customer Support Specialist for a fully remote role. You will be the main point of contact for an international client base, troubleshooting software issues, and delivering world-class service from a home office.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in customer support or a technical helpdesk, strong English communication, proficiency with CRM and ticketing tools, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment with

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in a customer support or technical helpdesk role.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English; fluency in additional languages is a plus.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to quickly learn new software.
• Proven experience with CRM software and helpdesk ticketing systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote setting.
• High-speed internet connection and a dedicated, distraction-free home office setup.
• Demonstrated ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive technical support to customers via live chat, email, and phone.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex customer issues related to software and services.
• Document all customer interactions, resolutions, and feedback accurately in the CRM system.
• Maintain a deep understanding of our client's product suite and service offerings.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to identify and address recurring issues.
• Contribute to the knowledge base by creating and updating support articles and FAQs.
• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance the customer experience and improve service delivery.
• Meet and exceed key performance indicators for response times, resolution rates, and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Customer support

Technical helpdesk

CRM software

Ticketing systems

English proficiency

Remote work

Tools

CRM platforms

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking an experienced Customer Support Specialist for a fully remote role. You will be the main point of contact for an international client base, troubleshooting software issues, and delivering world-class service from a home office.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in customer support or a technical helpdesk, strong English communication, proficiency with CRM and ticketing tools, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment with