Elevated Support Senior Specialist

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Join Teleperformance – Where Excellence Meets Opportunity! Teleperformance is a leading provider of customer experience management, offering premier omnichannel support to top global companies. Our diverse service locations, including on-site and work-at-home programs, ensure flexibility and broad reach. Why Choose Teleperformance? We emphasize the importance of our employees, fostering enduring relationships within our teams and communities. Our dedication to employee satisfaction distinguishes us. Utilize advanced support technologies and processes engineered to achieve outstanding results. We cultivate lasting client relationships and make positive contributions to our local communities. Become Part of an Exceptional Team! Join Teleperformance, where our world-class workforce and innovative solutions drive success. Experience a workplace that values your development, supports your goals, and celebrates your accomplishments. Job Description Elevated Support Senior Specialist Location: 75 Eglinton Ave E, Midtown Toronto, ON M4P 3A4, 100% on-site role Reports to: Manager Contract: Regular, Full-time Education : High School Diploma Travel Requirements: No For existing vacancy : No Advertised as: Elevated Support Senior Specialist Title: Operations Customer Expert II About Us TP is a worldwide leader in client experience management and contact center business process outsourcing. With more than 500,000 employees, development of an efficient and responsible hybrid organization, combining work-from-home and on-site solutions, with around 50% of employees now working remotely. Ranked 11th in the world's Top 25 Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine, in partnership with Great Place to Work®; Best Employer certification earned in 64 countries covering more than 97% of the total workforce. Our Work Culture At TP, we remain true to our core values of integrity, respect, professionalism, innovation and commitment. Autonomous - We encourage and trust your decision-making skills Progressive work environment- If you have skills to prove we have all ladders for you to grow Flexible - We believe in results Innovative - All ideas matter Inclusive - Everyone is Included and everyone wins About the Job As a Senior Specialist, Elevated Support, you will be on the front lines of the client's Community Support team, handling the most sensitive, urgent, and/or high-stakes cases for our valued guests and hosts. You’ll own cases from “A to Z,” leveraging strong analytical, communication, and decision-making skills to deliver positive outcomes for our community and drive confidence in our users that their trip will get back on track. You are comfortable working autonomously, can mediate between parties, and are passionate about raising the bar for customer service. Your ability to partner cross-functionally, analyze trends, and drive continuous improvement will help us build the world’s most loyal travel community. Core Responsibilities Complex Case Management: Take full, end-to-end ownership of complex, high-value, or high-urgency escalations from valued guests and hosts. Serve as the single point of contact for all parties, ensuring timely, personalized, and effective solutions. Empowered to exercise discretion to deliver effective case closure, including making financial decisions, when unique circumstances require thoughtful adaptation. Proactively anticipate user expectations and work creatively toward the best resolution, balancing the needs of guest and host, and the business Negotiate and mediate between hosts and guests, often in ambiguous, high-pressure situations. Operate with autonomy and sound judgment, sometimes going beyond standard workflows to do what’s right for our community. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Clearly explain complex concepts to a variety of audiences—translating policy and process into user-friendly language. Provide feedback and insights on potential improvements in tools, processes and policies. Represent Airbnb’s values and foster a culture of belonging, inclusivity, and hospitality. Continuous Improvement: Serve as a SME (subject matter expert) for complex case handling and policy. Act as a role model for operational excellence, reliability, and adaptability. Support Hosts and Guests enrolled in a wide range of pilots designed to enhance customer experience. Qualifications A minimum of 24 months of call center experience or higher-level CS experience such Team Leader Proven expertise handling complex, high-stakes casework, with a track record of delivering exceptional customer experiences. Advanced conflict resolution, negotiation, and active listening skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex ideas clearly and concisely. Strong organization, prioritization, and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced, evolving environment. High School Diploma or equivalent. Fluent English Language proficiency. Good computer skills, including Apple/Mac OS, Google Suite, and familiarity with CRM systems and the ability to quickly learn new tools. Ability to work weekend days and public holidays, as well as early morning / evening shifts. Your schedule can change to meet business needs. Maintain accuracy and security of customer information on Airbnb systems. Preferred Experience in supporting clients within hospitality or technology platforms. Analytical mindset with the ability to extract insights and propose solutions. Experience collaborating with stakeholders at all levels and cross-functional teams. Core Competencies Effective Communication: Uphold client company's tone and voice by showing empathy, professionalism, and a solution-oriented approach in every interaction with hosts and guests. Use conflict de-escalation techniques when needed and communicate with clarity and transparency to build trust and confidence in outcomes. Urgency & Responsiveness: Act swiftly on escalations and/ or multi-touched cases demonstrating the ability to prioritise critical cases and deliver timely resolutions under pressure. Empathy & Professionalism: Demonstrate empathy, discretion, and sound judgment when managing escalated cases, always ensuring sensitive handling. Performance & Problem-Solving: Navigate complex customer service scenarios effectively while consistently meeting or exceeding key performance metrics. Able to offer practical, effective solutions for our Community Organizational Skills: Apply strong prioritization, multitasking, and attention to detail to meet goals and honour commitments. Passion for User Satisfaction: Displays a genuine passion for resolving issues and delivering user satisfaction. Strives to ensure every user feels valued and every case is resolved equitably and conclusively Benefits & Perks Established career path supported by self-assessments, virtual training, and guided curriculum that allow for vertical and horizontal growth through our multiple lines of business. Robust career path with a full development plan and the opportunity to grow in the organization. Paid 5 weeks training and nesting, 4 weeks ticketing, 2 weeks annual leave. Continuous learning through progressive training that is specific to your tenure and skills. Competitive salary with incentive programs Positive and supportive environment Medical and Dental benefits, Employee Family Assistance Programs, Rewards & Recognition programs. Location Candidates are advised to be within travel distance from our primary locations: Yonge- Eglinton Midtown Toronto 100% on-site role Compensation 23.43 CAD per hour Teleperformance welcomes and encourages applications from people with Disabilities. Should you be invited to participate in the selection process, we are committed to accommodating you to best meet your needs. Be One of Our People: It is our mission to always provide an environment where our employees feel valued, inspired, and supported, so that they can bring their best selves to work every day. We believe that when employees are happy and healthy, they are more productive, creative, and engaged. We are committed to providing a workplace that is conducive to happiness and a healthy work-life balance. We also believe that to be our best selves, we need to be surrounded by people who are positive, supportive, and challenging. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels welcome and valued. Teleperformance is an Equal Opportunity Employer Job Application Accommodation: If you have questions or need an accommodation for any disability during this application, please contact your local Teleperformance location for assistance.