Customer Experience Specialist (Automotive) at Percepta South Africa

Basildon, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Jun, 26

Salary

27275.0

Posted On

28 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Experience, Problem Solving, Communication, Ownership, Coordination, Complaint Handling, Collaboration, Phone Support, Email Support, Chat Support, Product Knowledge, CRM Systems, Attention To Detail, Task Management, Team Player, MS Office

Industry

Outsourcing/Offshoring

Description

Customer Experience Specialist (Automotive) At Percepta, we bring first-class service across each market we support. As a CX Specialist in the United Kingdom, you’ll be a part of creating and delivering amazing customer experiences, while also enjoying the satisfaction of being part of a unique culture Employment Details: Contract Type: Full-Time/Part-time, Permanent, hybrid, 2 days onsite/3 days home Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, on a weekly rotational shift pattern Full time - between 8am and 6pm - Monday to Friday and occasional Saturdays (Approx 1 in 6) Part time - Monday to Friday 9am - 2pm or 09:30am - 2:30pm and occasional Saturdays (Approx 1 in 6) Salary: £27,275 + performance bonus (On-target earnings: £28,275–£28,775) Training: Must be available to attend training from Monday 13th April until Friday 29th May. Start Date: Monday 13th April 2026 Love helping people and solving problems? This role is for you! We’re looking for Customer Experience Specialists who enjoy building real connections with people, problem-solving on the spot, and being the voice of support for a globally recognised automotive brand. What You’ll Be Doing In this role, you will take ownership of customer cases from first contact through to full resolution, ensuring a smooth and positive experience at every stage. You’ll work to reduce vehicle off-road time by proactively coordinating support and keeping customers fully informed throughout the repair process. You will also provide guidance when repair delays occur, including issues related to parts availability, dealer concerns, and complaint handling. In addition, you’ll review and respond to requests for financial support on vehicles outside of warranty, carefully balancing customer needs with business policies. Collaboration will be key, as you work closely with internal teams across the organisation to share information, resolve complex cases, and deliver the best possible outcomes for customers. During a Typical Day, You’ll · Deliver a friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient customer experience via phone, email, and chat · Act as a go-to expert on vehicle products, services, and support resources · Build trust by listening, understanding, and following through on customer needs · Liaise with dealerships, technical support, and internal teams to ensure issues are resolved · Document cases in our CRM system and ensure updates are timely and accurate · Use tools like service plans and goodwill options to keep customers happy · Participate in customer-focused campaigns or service improvement projects · Stay calm, professional, and positive even when things get tough What You Bring To The Table · Genuinely enjoy talking to people and making their day easier · A natural communicator, both written and verbal, with great attention to detail · Experience in customer service or a contact center · Can juggle multiple tasks and priorities while staying cool under pressure · Tech savvy, comfortable with MS Office, email, and can quickly learn new systems · Team player who jumps in to support colleagues and solve problems together What You Can Expect · 22 days Annual leave to start, increases by 1 day on anniversary of start date for the first 5 years, meaning a potential maximum of 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays. · Company pension · Life Assurance 4 x annual salary · Contributory pension scheme · Private Medical and Insurance and Discounted dental scheme · Comprehensive travel insurance for you and family in line with Scheme rules · Discounts on brand new vehicles · Employee Assistance Program (EAP) · Cycle to work scheme A Bit More About Your Role Established in 2000 as a joint venture with TTEC, Percepta has specialized in creating customer loyalty to its clients across the globe. Delivered in multiple channels, speaking multiple languages, we bring first-class service across each market we support. Our values are the heartbeat of our organization, and we live, breathe, and play by them daily. At Percepta, we: · Lead with humility – We listen first, lead with empathy, and stay grounded—so people and ideas have room to grow. · Service beyond self – We serve others—clients, customers, and teammates—with care and integrity in every interaction. · Leave it better – We take ownership and leave every process, person, and place better than we found it. · Win together – We succeed as one—celebrating, supporting, and showing up for each other. · Deliver remarkable – We go beyond expectations to create bold, meaningful moments that stand out. Percepta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Percepta embraces and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that respects and empowers the culture and perspectives within our global teams. We strive to reflect the communities we serve by not only delivering amazing service and technology, but also humanity. We make it a point to make sure all our employees feel valued and comfortable being their authentic selves at work. As a global company, we know diversity is our strength. It enables us to view projects and ideas from different vantage points and allows every individual to bring value to the table in their unique way. #LI-hybrid

Responsibilities

The specialist will take ownership of customer cases from initial contact through resolution, focusing on reducing vehicle off-road time by coordinating support and managing repair process updates. This includes providing guidance during delays, handling complaints, and reviewing requests for financial support outside of warranty.