**Experienced Customer Service Representative – Remote Opportunity with blithequark**

Are you a customer-focused individual with excellent communication skills, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to thrive in a high-energy setting? Do you want to join a company that values your contributions and supports your growth? Look no further than blithequark, a leading Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) company that specializes in delivering tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of our clients. **About blithequark** blithequark is a trusted partner in the industry, committed to excellence and innovation. With a focus on customer experience and digital transformation, we help our clients take on their CX and DX challenges differently, creating industry-leading solutions that deliver exceptional experiences and drive optimal performance. Our team of talented individuals is passionate about making a difference, and we're excited to welcome like-minded individuals to join our dynamic team. **Job Summary** We're seeking an experienced Customer Service Representative to join our remote team. As a Customer Service Representative, you will be responsible for handling customer inquiries, providing accurate information, resolving issues efficiently, and ensuring a positive customer experience. If you have a strong customer service background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. **Key Responsibilities** * Listen to customers, understand their needs, and resolve customer issues * Utilize systems and technology to complete account management tasks * Recognize sales opportunities and apply sales skills to upgrade * Explain and position products and processes with customers * Appropriately escalate customer dissatisfaction with managerial team * Ensure first call resolution through problem-solving and effective call handling * Meet or exceed performance metrics, including customer satisfaction, first call resolution, and average handle time **Standard Qualifications** * Must be 18 years of age or older * High school diploma or equivalent * Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills * The ability to type swiftly and accurately (20+ words a minute) * Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) * Basic understanding of Windows operating system * Highly reliable with the ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality * The ability to evaluate, troubleshoot, and follow-up on customer issues * An aptitude for conflict resolution, problem-solving, and negotiation * Must be customer service-oriented (empathetic, responsive, patient, and conscientious) * Ability to multi-task, stay focused, and self-manage * Strong team orientation and customer focus * The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where change and ambiguity are prevalent * Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with your team and customers **Conditions** * Must be authorized to work in the country where the job is based * Subject to the program and location of the position, must be willing to submit to a Level II background and/or security investigation with a fingerprint * Must be willing to submit to drug screening **Physical Requirements** This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be largely sedentary and will be required to sit/stand for long periods while using a computer and telephone headset. The employee will be regularly required to operate a computer and other office equipment, including a phone, copier, and printer. The employee may occasionally be required to move about the office to accomplish tasks; reach in any direction; raise or lower objects, move objects from place to place, hold onto objects, and move or exert force up to forty (40) pounds. **Compensation, Benefits, Incentives, and Rewards** At blithequark, we believe that your hard work deserves recognition and reward. Our compensation and benefits packages are designed to be competitive and to grow with you over time. Starting compensation is based on experience, and we offer a variety of benefits and incentives to support and reward our team members. * Paid Time Off: Earn PTO and paid holidays to take the time you need * Incentives & Rewards: Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly contests that include cash bonuses and prizes ranging from electronics to dream vacations and sometimes even cars! * Health Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage after 60 days of employment, and all employees have access to MEC medical plans after just 30 days. Benefit options vary by location * Retirement Savings: Secure your future with retirement savings programs, where available * Disability Insurance: Short-term disability coverage is available to help protect you during unexpected challenges * Life Insurance: Access life insurance options to safeguard your loved ones * Supplemental Insurance: Accident and critical illness insurance * Career Growth: With a focus on internal promotions, employees enjoy significant advancement opportunities * Paid Training: Learn new skills while earning a paycheck * Fun, Engaging Work Environment: Enjoy a team-oriented culture that fosters collaboration and engagement * Casual Dress Code: Be comfortable while you work **Diversity and Equality** At blithequark, we embrace differences and believe diversity benefits our employees, company, customers, and community. All aspects of employment at blithequark are based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. We maintain a work environment free from discrimination, where employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees are responsible for fulfilling blithequark's commitment to a diverse and equal-opportunity work environment. **Reasonable Accommodation** Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of blithequark to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodations would cause undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment. If reasonable accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources. **How to Apply** If you're ready to join a company that recognizes your contributions and supports your growth, apply today! Please submit your application, including a cover letter and resume, to our careers page. We can't wait to hear from you! Apply for this job