Job Vacancies at LexisNexis South Africa

Description

• This position provides high quality telephonic technical support and problem resolution to customers each day, in a manner that meets or exceeds defined department objectives to protect and increase LexisNexis revenues. Additionally, this position initiates the escalation process for unresolved customer problems. Technical Support Representatives performing at this level will be required to utilize skills from training, education, experience, or certifications to fulfill their daily responsibilities. This position will also assist with account related issues, including ID/password assistance, billing/invoice support, and other general account related services. Representatives with advanced education, experience or certifications will be expected to share their skills and knowledge into the department to continually improve the overall knowledge of the staff. In addition, this position will work in a team environment to maximize individual and team performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• 1-2 years job related experience.
• Experience with software support (technical troubleshooting and usability support)
• Experience with internet troubleshooting and website support
• Experience with supporting accounting applications a plus.
• Experience with enterprise technical support including software, hardware, and enterprise systems a plus.
• Experience with support account/billing related assistance a plus.
• Ability to adapt and multi-task to support incoming calls, email, chat, etc.
• Ability to quickly understand key terms and phrases to apply appropriate troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to work with difficult customers and diffuse frustrating situations.

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Functions and Responsibilities

• Providing guidance and resolutions to customer inquiries consistent with service and quality standards.
• Dedicated workspace free from interruption & distraction
• Manage large amounts of inbound and outbound calls in a timely manner
• Follow communication “scripts” when handling different topics
• Identify customers’ needs, clarify information, research every issue, and provide solutions and/or alternatives
• Frequently attend educational seminars to improve knowledge and performance level
• Meet personal/team qualitative and quantitative targets

Required Skills

• Previous experience in a customer support role
• Track record of over-achieving quota
• Strong phone and verbal communication skills along with active listening
• Customer focus and adaptability to different personality types
• Ability to multi-task, set priorities and manage time effectively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word and Excel, Strong typing, and computer navigation skills with the capacity to use multiple computer applications simultaneously
• Ability to successfully complete the Customer Service training classes and demonstrate proficiency of the material

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred