Bilingual Customer Care Representative
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Reporting to the Manager, Customer Contact Centre, the Bilingual Customer Care Representative will interact directly with customers, understand their needs, troubleshoot issues, answer product and banking inquiries, resolve issues, perform proactive account maintenance, and deliver a seamless customer experience across multiple communication channels.
An integral member of the Digital Banking team, this individual will collaborate daily with Digital Operations, IT Operations, Global Security, and Marketing teams.
This role is an excellent entry point into the banking industry and offers opportunities for career growth across areas such as Operations, Lending, Fraud, Quality Assurance, and Leadership.
The work !
- Deliver exceptional customer service to EQ Bank's prospective and existing customers by identifying their banking needs and providing accurate information and guidance on EQ Bank's suite of products and offerings.
- Field large volumes of inbound calls and chats while maintaining best-in-class service standards and meeting response and resolution SLAs.
- Own the digital onboarding experience and support customers through successful account setup and issue resolution.
- Strive to resolve customer inquiries at first contact and escalate issues in accordance with EQ Bank's complaint handling process.
- Communicate effectively with customers and represent EQ Bank's core values of Respect, Agility, Integrity, Service, and Empowerment.
- Execute established controls to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, company policies, and Code of Conduct & Ethics.
- Identify and recommend opportunities for continuous improvement related to customer experience and product delivery.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to expand product knowledge and career development within the organization.
Shifts and training
Shifts & Training
- 6 weeks of mandatory training.
- Monday to Friday.
- 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST.
- Post-Training Schedule
- 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
- Schedules are provided approximately two weeks in advance and are generally set for one to two months.
- Evening and weekend availability is required.
Training is delivered entirely in English. Candidates should be comfortable learning new systems, policies, and procedures in English.
Main shifts include:
Additional staggered shifts may be assigned based on business requirements.
Candidates should be available to work scheduled shifts between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 a.m. EST, including weekends.
Please note that shift assignments are determined based on business needs and schedule accommodations may be limited.
Benefits of Joining the Team
- 100% remote work.
- $2,500 annual educational reimbursement allowance.
- Growth and internal mobility opportunities.
- Full medical and dental coverage after 3 months.
- Annual bonus program tied to company and individual performance.
Many team members progress into specialized banking functions and leadership opportunities after gaining foundational experience within Customer Care.
Work for one of Canada's leading digital banks in a collaborative, customer-focused environment.
Knowledge / Skill Requirements
Experience
- One or more years of banking or financial services experience is an asset.
- Post-secondary education or certification in a related field is desirable.
- Strong ability to adapt to change.
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership of issues and drive them through to resolution.
- Ability to navigate difficult customer conversations while maintaining professionalism and empathy.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working independently with a high degree of autonomy.
- Ability to learn and utilize multiple software applications, including CRM platforms and Microsoft Office Suite.
Skills & Competencies
Language Requirements
Bilingualism (French and English) is required. Candidates must be comfortable communicating professionally with customers in both languages through verbal and written channels.
We are looking for candidates who can confidently support customers in both official languages. Clear, professional, and effective communication is essential.
Job Complexities / Thinking Challenges
The position requires the incumbent to be a self-starter and effectively manage competing priorities while delivering an exceptional customer experience.
The incumbent must possess the ability to handle difficult customer interactions, escalations, and complaints while maintaining professionalism and composure.
The incumbent will quickly become familiar with systems, policies, and departmental processes and maintain a strong understanding of regulatory requirements.
Success in this role requires strong adaptability, continuous learning, and the ability to navigate change in a fast-paced digital banking environment.
