Contractor Support Specialist

Who We Are

In today’s economy, an increasing number of workers are choosing to freelance. By 2027, half the U.S. workforce will be independent contractors. Yet there is no system of record for this vast self-employed community and the legions of businesses that increasingly rely on it. A new paradigm is needed to accommodate the future of work that is suddenly no longer in the future. That is what Wingspan is building.

Wingspan is the first payroll platform designed specifically for independent contractors and their businesses. We make onboarding, payments, and compliance easy for flexible workforces of all sizes. Whether you’re a one-person business or a large enterprise, Wingspan has you covered.

We’re a Series B startup based in NYC with backing from some of the best VCs and operators around, including Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) and the CEOs and founders of Warby Parker, Harry’s, Allbirds, Invision, and Flatiron Health.

Now we're hiring for you: an ambitious individual ready to help build, design, and take us to the next level.

Are you ready to be part of a team redefining the future of work? Apply now!

Impact of the Role:

This role will help Wingspan deliver high-quality and empathetic support to contractors across the world. You’ll be the face of Wingspan to our customers and the internal experts on their experience with our product. You’ll have the opportunity to help shape the future of our offering and help us lay the foundation for a growing support organization.

What you'll do:

• Work a regularly scheduled shift where you own incoming customer requests and help resolve their issues via chat, email and phone.
• Become an expert on Wingspan’s product and customer experience.
• Help understand customers needs and translate them into detailed escalations and bug reports.
• Work in a fast-paced and high-growth environment supporting a dynamic product.

Qualifications 

• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and thrive in a remote, writing-first environment.
• Empathetic. Excellent at talking to people, understanding their problems, and making them feel heard.
• Detailed and action-oriented, with ability to manage multiple requests, respond quickly and with high quality, and problem solve on the fly.
• Curious and critical thinker. You are a proactive problem solver who is energized even in uncharted territory. You’re keen to raise your hand when you see a problem, and you want to understand the why beneath it.

Requirements

• You are available to work United States East Coast hours (9:00am - 5:00pm or 12:00pm - 8:00pm ET)
• 1+ years working directly for SaaS companies with Customer Support, Account Management or related experience.

Compensation

• At Wingspan, we pride ourselves on offering a competitive and comprehensive compensation package that reflects our commitment to attracting top talent. 
• We understand that each candidate brings a unique combination of skills, experience, and qualifications to the table, which is why we tailor our compensation packages based on factors such as expertise, years of experience, certifications, and other factors.
• Join us in our mission to innovate and excel, knowing that you will be valued and recognized for your job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards are designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally, as we work together to shape the future of our industry.

Benefits & Perks

• Unlimited vacation
• Competitive stock option package
• $300 one-time WFH stipend
• Top of the line 14" Macbook Pro
• Travel stipend for team off-sites

**We appreciate candidates who are open and honest about what they’re looking for so we can ensure it’s a fit on both sides.**

Wingspan does not accept agency-provided resumes from recruitment firms we do not partner with, and any unsolicited resumes sent to our job-related emails or staff will not result in charges to Wingspan.

At Wingspan, we are an equal opportunity employer passionately dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We wholeheartedly believe that embracing diversity of perspectives and backgrounds is essential to building the best products and providing delightful experiences for our users and team members. We are proud to maintain an environment free from discrimination, retaliation, and harassment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or ordinance. As we strive for excellence, we are committed to ensuring fair employment practices and business dealings and rejecting any form of discrimination or retaliation.  These protections and commitments extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs. Consistent with these obligations, Wingspan also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

If you would like to request an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact [Ariel Sachtjen, ariels@wingspan.app}

Join us in our mission to create a company and products we love, as we celebrate our diverse workforce and promote an inclusive work environment that drives innovation and success.
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