Head of Customer Support

Head of Customer Support with a SaaS Delivery background to join a fast-growing HR software company. Their innovative HRIS platform helps businesses manage everything from recruitment and onboarding to payroll and performance management. With a 25% growth in the past year, they are looking for a Head of Customer Support to join the expanding team.

As Head of Customer Support, you will lead and inspire a talented team to deliver outstanding support to customers. Drive team performance, coach team members, and ensure customer satisfaction and company success.

Location: Remote-first but UK-based for essential company events. Travel to London will be required on a quarterly basis for team meetings.

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 (Based on Experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Customer Support team, fostering personal and professional growth to improve engagement and retention.
• Set and track performance metrics to ensure continuous improvement.
• Handle escalations for complex client concerns and resolve complex issues swiftly to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Heads of Customer Success and Client Implementations to define clear roles, responsibilities and development pathways for the team.
• Lead the recruitment process when necessary to maintain and enhance team capacity and capability.
• Deliver onboarding and training programs to ensure new hires are fully integrated and able to contribute quickly.
• Handle HR matters in accordance with company policies, ensuring fairness and respect.
• Manage resources to ensure peak-time coverage and smooth operations.

Experience Required

• Proven leadership experience in customer support or service team in a SaaS environment.
• HR Software, Payroll Software, Recruitment Software, LMS or EdTech Software provider beneficial
• Excellent customer service skills with experience handling escalations and delivering successful resolutions.
• Strong team development, coaching, with a focus on team engagement and retention.
• Recruitment, onboarding and training expertise with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams.
• Experience with support software platforms and ability to design, implement and monitor KPIs and performance metrics.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in HR software or working within the HR sector.
• Analytical mindset, with data-driven decision-making skills.

Why Join

Growth & Opportunity: Be part of a thriving company with a culture built on innovation and collaboration.

Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom of remote-first work with regular in-person company retreats.

Culture: Work in a supportive environment that values team spirit, development, and results.

Recognition & Rewards: Competitive salary, fantastic benefits, and a company that celebrates your success.

Perks

25 days holiday + bank holidays

A day off for your birthday because they think you deserve it!

Work-from-home budget

Health Insurance, Life Assurance and Income Protection

Regular social events both remotely and in person.

If you thrive in a fast paced environment balancing operational and strategic priorities effectively, excel at motivating and inspiring teams then apply now and become part of something truly exciting!

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