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Customer Support Specialist

Remote Recruitment

Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Customer Support Specialist to support a UK-based employer in delivering exceptional service to their customers. This role is ideal for a South African professional who is organised, proactive, and confident working with UK teams remotely.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and support incoming customer queries via email, chat, and phone in a timely manner
  • Handle complaints, escalations, and complex support cases with professionalism and empathy
  • Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders across time zones
  • Maintain accurate records of support tickets, resolutions, and customer feedback
  • Use relevant tools such as Zendesk, Intercom, Freshdesk, or similar helpdesk platforms
  • Support the wider team with knowledge base updates, process documentation, and training
  • Identify opportunities to improve first-response time, resolution rates, and customer satisfaction
Qualifications and Experience
  • 1+ years of experience in customer support or a related field
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tickets simultaneously
  • Proficient in helpdesk platforms such as Zendesk or Intercom
  • Able to work independently and manage your own time effectively
  • High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
  • Experience working with UK-based clients or employers is advantageous
  • Must have a reliable laptop, stable internet connection, and a quiet working environment

Salary: R25,000/month 100% Remote

About This Role

Career insights for Customer Service Representatives positions

Salary Benchmark
R16,903/month
R12,178 to R24,093/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening Service Orientation Speaking Reading Comprehension Critical Thinking
Common Technologies
Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT Salesforce Sales Cloud Airtable Microsoft Access 365 Oracle Database Cloud Service Microsoft Dynamics 365 Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Oracle PeopleSoft Cloud Manager

Job Overview

Date Posted
10 May 2026
Location
Not Specified, South Africa

Customer Service Representatives Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R16,903/month
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.

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