Customer Service Expert

Company: Teleperformance SE
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Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Job Description:

Overview

We are looking for Customer Service Specialists to support student loan applicants via inbound calls.

Responsibilities

  • Receive inbound calls and assist students and their families with loan application, payments, eligibility, and funding questions.
  • Provide information and guidance using the company’s knowledge base.
  • Handle a high volume of calls in a fast‑paced contact centre environment.
  • Meet quality and average handling time targets.
  • Operate and navigate multiple complex systems efficiently.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of customer interactions.

Qualifications

  • Good communication skills and confidence using PCs.
  • Ability to learn in a virtual training environment and engage with trainers and peers.
  • Resilience to handle challenging calls and meet performance metrics.
  • Excellent listening skills and ability to accurately relay information.
  • Strong multitasking and navigation between multiple systems.
  • Reliable, stable internet connection with a private working area.
  • Willingness to work up to 9 hours per day, including a 1 hour break and lunch.
  • Full flexibility between 8 am and 7 pm, Monday‑Friday; no weekend work.
  • Right to work in the UK and successful DBS and credit check clearance.

Training & Compensation

  • £12.71 per hour salary.
  • 11 days of classroom‑based training, 9 am‑6 pm.
  • 10 days of nesting (live call practice) with full support.
  • No attendance flexibility during the first four weeks; holidays cannot be approved within the first four weeks.

Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Programme including 24/7 confidential counselling and access to mental health support.
  • Access to remote GP video consultations and online mental health resources.
  • Eye care vouchers.
  • Target‑driven incentives and prizes.
  • Employee engagement activities, including winter and summer parties.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026