At ExecOnline, we believe that leaders are within us and among us, which is why we strive to inspire others by creating a future-forward path. Our mission? To connect all leaders to their future potential. 

In partnership with the world’s top business schools, we deliver career-enhancing programs for leaders and meaningful impact for enterprises. We’re growing rapidly, and we’re hiring passionate, diverse, mission-driven talent to grow with us.

Tier 1 Customer Support (Part-Time Contractor)

The part-time Tier 1 Customer Support Agent is a remote-based part-time employee who is motivated to provide quick and effective service to worldwide participants in our online leadership development programs. This person champions customer happiness, satisfaction, and success through patience, understanding, and product and technical know-how.

We have availability during time blocks 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We currently have specific need for coverage during 3:00 - 9:00 p.m. ET weekdays. Weekends are possible.

You will serve as a point of contact for our clients with questions about their online learning experience, including providing solutions for technical issues and logistical and administrative matters.

Our Agents communicate with high-level executives from premier companies all over the world, and candidates must exude professionalism and possess strong written communication skills. Our Agents are provided onboarding and ongoing training, resource materials, and the tools they need to be effective.

Experience working customer support for executives or businesses is highly valued. Work in a SaaS/product or application setting, Salesforce or similar CRM, website backend/ administrative interfaces, and help desk software is highly valued.

Hours per week will vary over the year based on the ExecOnline program schedule. We generally offer 10-20 hours per week, with the possibility of additional hours based on volume. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US.

What you will do:

Enthusiastically support clients with their tech, logistical, and other needs via email, chat, phone, and web-based tools. Accurately identify and troubleshoot technical and non-technical issues in a timely manner for a global set of users with diverse environments and scenarios Promptly escalate more complex problems to appropriate internal team members Demonstrate a familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of our programs, learning content. and technical products (with training) Continuously endeavor to improve the quality of our support and service, both internally and externally Monitor live online video conferencing events and provide live immediate assistance to participants

What you need to succeed:

1-3 years of work experience, preferably with a SaaS company or a product/technology division   Poise and professionalism to respond to high-level executives from around the world; executive support experience is a plus Strong communication skills—written and verbal—that recognizes and adapts to the wide range of ExecOnline participants. Be well versed and comfortable with email, phone, and video (if needed) etiquette in potentially challenging or urgent situations Familiarity with Salesforce (or other CRM), website backend/administrative interfaces (e.g. Wordpress/Rails Admin), cloud-based tools, and exposure to help desk software. Outstanding task management skills across a varied set of responsibilities in a fast paced, high volume environment Fluency in Spanish, French, or Japanese is highly valued.

To apply for this position, please submit a copy of your resume, brief cover letter (including how you heard about us), and an address to your LinkedIn profile. Candidates must be located and authorized to work in the US.

WARNING - EMPLOYMENT OFFER SCAMS:  We have been alerted to phishing schemes in which scammers may be posing as ExecOnline recruiters and issuing false offers of employment - either via LinkedIn, text, or directly over email.  Please be aware that any official ExecOnline email communication will originate from an email address ending in "@execonline.com".  Additionally, while our recruiters do contact potential candidates proactively via LinkedIn and we do occasionally partner with third-party recruitment agencies, no offer of employment will ever be made via LinkedIn or text, and all offers will be preceded by multiple formal conversations with recruiters and hiring managers conducted over Zoom.  Zoom is the only video conference platform that we use, virtual interviews will be conducted using the video capability (i.e., not via the chat), and offers will be extended in writing on official ExecOnline letterhead.  Please be vigilant in all of your job search activity, and if you have any questions please contact recruits@execonline.com.

Please note, only full-time employees are eligible to enroll in ExecOnline's employee benefits program.

Benefits, Perks, and Resources:

Accelerate your career: take any of our high-impact courses, for free  You’ll receive stock options in our fast-growing company, as well as access to a 401(k) to invest in your future  Thrive beyond work with 20 days of PTO, generous parental leave, paid holidays, and flexible work arrangements Comprehensive wellness benefits: high-quality, low-cost medical, dental, and vision plans, in addition to other wellness offerings Community & Belonging: Our Employee Resource groups bring together employees with shared characteristics or life experiences 

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is our ethos. We take diversity in hiring seriously, and encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every bullet point to a “T.” 

If you have a disability, or any other need that requires an accommodation, please reach out to the recruiting team - we’re happy to help!