Customer Service Agent (German Speaking)
Job Description
We're hiring a Bilingual German/English Customer Support Agent to support one of our high-growth global clients providing payment services to merchant app stores and their end-user customers.
In this role, you'll deliver outstanding service to both German and English-speaking customers, ensuring seamless experiences and resolving inquiries with precision and care. This is a fast-paced, high-impact position ideal for someone who loves problem-solving, thrives under pressure, and is passionate about delivering exceptional support.
What You'll Do- Support end-user customers via email, chat, phone, and service management platforms in both German and English
- Resolve transaction issues, troubleshoot technical problems, and process online/offline refunds
- Follow standard operating procedures and utilize knowledge base articles to resolve requests efficiently
- Meet and exceed service level agreements with timely, accurate responses
- Escalate complex issues to management when necessary
- Maintain detailed case records and contribute to improving knowledge base documentation
- Analyze customer issues to identify patterns and recommend solutions
- Develop a deep understanding of products, services, and customer requirements
- 2+ years of customer-facing support experience (customer support, success, help desk, or technical support)
- Fluent in German and English (verbal and written)
- CEFR Level: B2 or higher in German
- CEFR Level: C1 or higher in English
- Able to communicate clearly, professionally, and empathetically with customers in both languages
- Experience with service management tools like Zendesk, Jira Service Management, or ServiceNow
- Familiarity with websites, web applications, and mobile apps; API knowledge is a plus
- Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently under pressure while maintaining professionalism
- Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities
- A true team player who collaborates well and contributes proactively
- Competitive compensation with medical aide stipend, transportation allowance/parking
- In-office collaboration with a smart, high-energy team
- Real career growth opportunities - this isn't a repetitive, dead-end support role
- Access to training, mentorship, and professional development
- Birthday leave + professional development budget
- We're constantly evolving our benefits based on team feedback
- Competitive full time compensation
- Collaborative office space and culture
- Medical allowance
- Exposure to a fast-growing global client
- Many opportunities to grow within customer experience, operations, or technical support (TL, QA, and more!)
- Birthday leave + professional development budget
- Join a supportive, resourceful, and global team that values action, clarity, and empathy
The role is in-office, based at Wembley Square, Gardens. The ability to commute to and from the office in Foreshore is required, with transportation arranged from certain locations near Cape Town.