Department : Customer Service and Client Relations
Work Arrangement : Remote
Job Type : Independent Contractor, Full Time
Work Schedule : US Time Zone (expected to be flexible with the client's preference, including weekends and US holidays during peak seasons)
Locations : Philippines, LATAM, South Africa, Kenya, and other remote regions with excellent English communication skills
About Pearl Talent
Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They're looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we've hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.
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Role Overview
The Customer Service Representative serves as the frontline liaison between the company and its clients, ensuring seamless customer experiences through professional, empathetic communication. This role goes beyond answering inquiries—you'll manage customer relationships, drive process improvements, support account management, and contribute to building exceptional customer loyalty. You'll handle diverse customer needs across multiple channels while maintaining high standards of service excellence in fast-paced, often high-touch environments including tech startups, e-commerce, clean-tech, and luxury service industries.
Your Impact
Your work will directly contribute to maintaining the company's reputation for excellence, fostering client loyalty, and increasing revenue through exceptional service and strategic upselling. You'll play a key role in turning one-time buyers into lifelong customers while reducing operational burden on internal teams. By identifying trends and recommending improvements, you'll help shape better customer experiences and more efficient processes. Your ability to handle complex situations with professionalism will ensure customer satisfaction remains high during periods of rapid company growth.
Core Responsibilities
Customer Relationship Management (40%)
- Serve as first point of contact for customers via phone, email, live chat, and SMS
- Respond to customer inquiries promptly, professionally, and empathetically across all channels
- Build rapport and provide personalized recommendations based on customer needs
- Follow up with clients to ensure satisfaction and gather valuable feedback
- Build strong client relationships through consistent communication and support
- Maintain warm, clear communication that balances professionalism with approachability
- Act as brand ambassador delivering white-glove service that exceeds expectations
Order Management & Account Coordination (30%)
Process phone and online orders with accuracy and efficiencyMonitor and update customer accounts ensuring data accuracyAssist in onboarding new clients and guiding them through company systems and platformsCoordinate with operations, design, and logistics teams for timely delivery and fulfillmentManage order changes, cancellations, special requests, and account updatesSupport clients in navigating tech-enabled communication platforms and systemsSet up new accounts and assist with manual work, automations, and account creationProblem Resolution & Issue Management (15%)
Provide solutions to customer issues, troubleshooting common problems independentlyResolve customer concerns with professionalism, urgency, and ownershipEscalate complex concerns to appropriate teams when necessary while keeping clients updatedHandle difficult conversations calmly and professionally, especially with frustrated customersClearly explain billing, utility, and service concepts to non-technical customer basesReview bills, usage patterns, and spot trends to form first-pass hypothesesTranslate technical or billing information into customer-friendly explanationsDocumentation & Administrative Support (10%)
Document all customer interactions, feedback, and case history in CRM systemsMaintain accurate notes and ticket management following workflow standardsTag and escalate issues according to established protocols and SOP guidelinesCollaborate with operations teams to address recurring customer issuesAssist with light operations tasks during lower call volume periodsHelp organize communication records and maintain SOP reference materialsGenerate customer satisfaction reports and issue resolution metricsRevenue Growth & Process Improvement (5%)
Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities during customer interactionsPromote seasonal offers, premium products, and value-added servicesIdentify trends in client concerns and recommend process enhancementsCollaborate with departments to improve overall customer experienceDevelop and refine internal SOPs for the Customer Service DepartmentProvide insights on customer trends and areas for operational improvementRequirements
Must-Haves (Required)
Experience : 1-2+ years of customer service experience, preferably in billing, tech-driven industries, e-commerce, hospitality, luxury services, or startupsCommunication : Strong written and verbal English communication skills with clear, professional deliveryMulti-Channel Support : Experience handling inbound calls, emails, live chat, and SMS communicationsTech Proficiency : Proficiency in Customer Support Systems (Zendesk or similar) and CRM toolsDetail-Oriented : Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and accuracyPressure Management : Ability to stay calm and professional under pressure or when handling difficult situationsProblem-Solving : Strong analytical skills with ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues independentlyMultitasking : Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environmentsSchedule Flexibility : Willingness to work shifting schedules including weekends and US holidays during peak seasonsReliability : Dependable with high-speed internet connection for remote workCustomer Focus : Patient, empathetic demeanor with genuine passion for helping customersNice-to-Haves (Preferred)
Startup or high-growth company experienceExperience in US utility, billing, energy, or telecom systemsProven track record with upselling and revenue generationFamiliarity with e-commerce platforms (especially Shopify)Background in clean-tech, SaaS, or luxury products / servicesExperience in floral, gifting, or event planning industriesProcess documentation or administrative support experiencePassion for luxury products, aesthetics, or premium service deliveryExperience working with elderly or diverse customer demographicsFamiliarity with Google Workspace and productivity toolsTools Proficiency
Must-Haves (Required)
Customer Support : Zendesk or similar ticketing and VOIP systemsCRM Platforms : Salesforce, HubSpot, or equivalent customer relationship management toolsCommunication : Email, phone systems, live chat platforms, SMS toolsGoogle Workspace : Gmail, Docs, Sheets, DriveOrder Management : Experience with order processing and tracking systemsNice-to-Haves (Preferred)
E-commerce Platforms : Shopify or similar online retail systemsTeam Communication : Slack or Microsoft TeamsVideo Conferencing : Zoom or equivalent platformsDocumentation : Notion or similar knowledge base toolsProductivity Tools : Asana, Trello, or project management softwarePayment Processing : Experience with billing and payment systemsBenefits
Competitive Salary : Based on experience and skillsRemote Work : Fully remote — work from anywhereGenerous PTO : In accordance with company policyDirect Mentorship : Access to global industry leadersLearning & Development : Continuous growth resourcesGlobal Networking : Work with international teamsHealth Coverage (Philippines only) : HMO after 3 months (full-time)Our Recruitment Process
ApplicationSkills AssessmentInitial ScreeningTop-grading InterviewClient MatchingJob OfferOnboardingReady to Join Pearl Talent?
If you're proactive, reliable, and excited to work with high-performing teams across industries, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of Pearl Talent's global community.