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Associate- Customer Support

Sutherland Global Services is an experience-led digital transformation company, providing business process and technology management services. They combine human-centered design with AI, analytics, and automation to help clients improve customer experiences and operational efficiency.

Sutherland

Employee count: 5000+

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We’re looking for a skilled Tier-1 Support Agent to join our team and deliver exceptional technical and student service support. In this role, you’ll serve as the first point of contact for users seeking assistance with hardware, software, basic troubleshooting, and academic service inquiries. You’ll use your problem-solving abilities, customer-first mindset, and knowledge of ticketing systems to resolve issues efficiently and professionally.

  • Answer, evaluate, and prioritize incoming support requests across phone, email, and chat.
  • Provide Tier-1 troubleshooting for password resets, printer setup, break/fix instructions, LMS access, and basic technical issues.
  • Use knowledge bases, support channels, and trained resources to resolve user concerns.
  • Conduct user interviews to gather problem details and guide them through diagnostic steps.
  • Recognize, research, isolate, resolve, and follow up on routine issues; escalate complex cases to Tier 2/3 or appropriate teams.
  • Deliver student service support across:
    • Registrar: Registration, class adjustments, graduation, transcripts, transfer credits.
    • Admissions: Applications, placement testing, withdrawals.
    • Bursar/Student Accounts: Payments, payment plans, tuition/fees, billing inquiries.
    • Financial Aid: FAFSA, eligibility, disbursements, refunds, loan/scholarship inquiries.
  • Follow established call flows to ensure complete and accurate information gathering.
  • Log all interactions in the ticketing system and maintain detailed documentation.
  • Generate standard reports such as Contact Center incident summaries.
  • Adhere to published Workforce Management schedules and adjust as business needs evolve.
  • Experience in customer support, service desk, call center, or technical support roles preferred.
  • Familiarity with ticketing systems and problem management tools.
  • Basic understanding of hardware, software, networking, and LMS platforms.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to guide users through troubleshooting steps.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple inquiries simultaneously.
  • Comfortable supporting both technical and student service-related inquiries.
  • Strong attention to detail with accurate documentation habits.
  • Ability to follow structured workflows, scripts, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Reliability and commitment to schedule adherence.
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent

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Delivering Digital Outcomes. Driving Real Impact.

Sutherland is the preferred digital transformation partner for iconic brands worldwide, unlocking new value for their business, people, and customers.

We are seeking skilled Technical Support Specialists with a strong troubleshooting background to deliver exceptional customer experiences. This role requires technical knowledge, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to support customers with a wide range of device, network, and service issues.

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About Sutherland

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At Sutherland, the journey began in 1986 with a singular vision: to be an indispensable partner in our clients' pursuit of excellence. This ethos continues to be the bedrock of our operations. We are an experience-led digital transformation company, dedicated to engineering exceptionally crafted experiences for both customers and employees – experiences that not only meet today's demands but continue to delight tomorrow. Our culture is deeply rooted in a commitment to our clients and to one another, a concept we affectionately call 'One Sutherland.' This signifies a globally unified team, operationally effective and culturally meshed, all driving towards common goals. The core values that steer our every endeavor are agility, innovative 'outside-the-box' thinking, unwavering integrity, and the flawless execution of strategies. These aren't just words on a page; they are the pillars upon which we've built a company that consistently delivers measurable outcomes and accelerates growth for the iconic brands we serve worldwide.

For over three decades, Sutherland has been at the forefront of process transformation, helping businesses rethink and rebuild their operations for the digital age. We achieve this by masterfully blending the speed and insight of human-centered design thinking with the scale and precision of real-time analytics, artificial intelligence, cognitive technology, and automation. Our mission extends beyond mere cost reduction; it's about holistically enhancing business performance across various critical processes, including revenue generation, cash flow optimization, and capital utilization. Maximizing customer satisfaction and bolstering our clients' overall competitive edge are paramount. We pride ourselves on a global footprint, with a presence in numerous delivery centers, serving customers across many countries. This global reach, combined with our deep domain expertise and cutting-edge technology, allows us to tailor proven, rapid solutions to fit the unique DNA of each client. Our corporate social responsibility strategy is also integral to our identity, focusing on community upliftment through education and technology, fostering an inclusive and ethical workplace, and promoting environmental sustainability. It's about unlocking new possibilities, forging transformative outcomes, and building enduring relationships.

Employee benefits

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Paid Sick Leave

Paid leave for sickness.

401(k) Plan

Retirement savings plan.

Paid time off

Employees receive paid time off.

Paid Holidays / Vacation

Paid holidays and vacation time.

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