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customer support specialist

Key Facts

Remote From: 
Category:  Customer Support
Full time
Mid-level (2-5 years)
English

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Communication, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 1–3 years of experience in a customer support, helpdesk, or client service role
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency with CRM and support tools (e.g., Zendesk, Freshdesk, Salesforce, Intercom)

Requirements:

  • Respond promptly and professionally to customer inquiries via phone, email, chat, or ticketing systems
  • Diagnose and resolve product or service issues in a timely manner
  • Maintain a high level of product knowledge to provide accurate and effective support
  • Document customer interactions, feedback, and resolutions in the CRM system

Job description

Job Title: Customer Support Specialist

Location: Remote
Department: Customer Service / Support
Reports To: Customer Support Manager


Job Summary:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and empathetic Customer Support Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting customers with inquiries, resolving issues efficiently, and ensuring a positive customer experience through exceptional service and communication.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Respond promptly and professionally to customer inquiries via phone, email, chat, or ticketing systems.

  • Diagnose and resolve product or service issues in a timely manner.

  • Maintain a high level of product knowledge to provide accurate and effective support.

  • Escalate complex issues to higher-level support or technical teams as needed.

  • Document customer interactions, feedback, and resolutions in the CRM system.

  • Follow up with customers to ensure their issues are fully resolved and satisfaction is achieved.

  • Collaborate with internal teams (sales, technical, product) to improve customer experience.

  • Identify recurring customer issues and suggest process improvements.

  • Meet or exceed individual and team performance metrics (response time, CSAT, resolution rate, etc.).


Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Communication, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

  • 1–3 years of experience in a customer support, helpdesk, or client service role.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities.

  • Proficiency with CRM and support tools (e.g., Zendesk, Freshdesk, Salesforce, Intercom).

  • Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.

  • Customer-first attitude with high emotional intelligence and empathy.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience supporting SaaS or technology-based products.

  • Familiarity with IT troubleshooting or basic technical support.

  • Multilingual abilities are a plus.


Key Competencies:

  • Communication and active listening

  • Patience and empathy

  • Analytical thinking and attention to detail

  • Team collaboration

  • Time management and adaptability


Work Environment:

  • Hybrid or remote work options available

  • Shift flexibility may be required depending on customer location/time zones

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