About EXANTE
We are a wealth tech company that provides centralized trading solutions and B2B financial infrastructure to help create value through technology.
Our proprietary trading platform offers direct market access to over 1 million financial instruments, including stocks, ETFs, bonds, futures, and options, from a single multi-currency account.
We are a fast-growing global company with over 600 employees across 70+ locations, representing 60 nationalities, all of whom follow the same guiding principles:
* We believe that freedom is an inherent right
* We are catalysts
* We defend privacy
* We cater to our customers to an unprecedented degree
As a Financial company, we prioritize investing in our people.
The Customer Service Team Lead plays a crucial role in ensuring exceptional service delivery to our valued clients. This leadership position directly supervises the Client Service team, providing guidance, support, and direction to enhance team performance and maintain the highest quality of service.
Key Responsibilities:
* Team Management and Leadership:
o Supervise and lead the Client Service team, fostering a positive work environment that promotes collaboration, open communication, and professional growth.
o Motivate and empower team members to deliver outstanding service and achieve their full potential.
o Provide constructive feedback, coaching, and training to enhance individual capabilities and team effectiveness.
o Manage the staffing needs of the department. Undertake candidate interviews and make final hiring decisions.
* Operational Excellence:
o Streamline and optimize daily operations to enhance efficiency and productivity within the Client Service team.
o Implement innovative processes and technologies to improve service delivery and reduce turnaround times.
o Monitor performance metrics and identify areas for improvement to enhance service quality continuously.
o Own customer issues and collaborate with other departmental stakeholders to resolve cases promptly.
* Quality Assurance:
o Establish and maintain high service delivery standards by implementing rigorous quality control processes.
o Regularly review client feedback and use it to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
o Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
o Provide regular reporting to senior stakeholders, both qualitatively and quantitatively.
* Strategic Initiatives:
o Lead and manage various strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing client satisfaction and retention.
o Collaborate with other departments to develop and implement cross-functional solutions.
o Manage initiatives such as help center development, quality assurance, internal documentation, and workshops.
Essential Requirements:
* Proven experience: A significant track record of success in a client service leadership role, ideally within a fast-paced and demanding environment (e.g., technology, finance, e-commerce).
* Team management expertise: Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing client service team. This includes experience with:
o Performance management (setting objectives, providing feedback, conducting reviews)
o Coaching and mentoring
o Hiring and onboarding new team members
* Operational excellence: Strong understanding of client service operations and key performance indicators (KPIs). Experience with:
o Queue management and workflow optimization
o Service Level Agreement (SLA) management
o Escalation handling and incident management
o Workforce planning and scheduling
* Communication and interpersonal skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and stakeholders at all levels.
* Problem-solving and analytical skills: Proven ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop solutions to improve service quality and efficiency.
* Collaboration and teamwork: A strong team player with the ability to work effectively with other departments (e.g., Service Design, Quality Assurance).
* Proficiency in reporting: Experience in generating and presenting reports to senior management, including both quantitative and qualitative data.
Desirable Requirements:
* Industry knowledge: Familiarity with the specific industry in which the company operates.
* Technical skills: Proficiency in relevant CRM software and other client service tools.
* Project management experience: Ability to manage initiatives such as help center development and process improvement projects.
* Knowledge of quality assurance methodologies: Understanding of best practices in quality assurance and agent development.
* Experience with service design principles: Familiarity with service design thinking and its application to client service.
Key Personal Attributes:
* Customer-centric approach: A genuine passion for providing exceptional client service.
* Leadership qualities: Ability to inspire and motivate a team, with a focus on empowerment and development.
* Proactive and results-oriented: A self-starter with a strong work ethic and a drive to achieve results.
* Adaptability and resilience: Ability to thrive in a dynamic and changing environment.
* Strong organizational and time management skills: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
Benefits:
* Corporate benefits (choose your preferred options)
* Truly inspiring culture, pleasant and informal work environment
* Ongoing education & training programs
* Opportunity to network and connect in Corporate Events
* Global career opportunities