Customer Service Team Lead (Customer Service & Admin)

Willing to work shift as follows:

• Monday to Friday: 8am to 4.15pm/10.45am to 8pm
• Saturday: 8.30am to 5.30pm

(Rotating shift within the hours above, subject to 42 hours work week)

Leadership and Supervision:

• Manage the daily operations of the reception desk, ensuring smooth and professional service.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentoring to receptionists to ensure high standards of customer service.
• Assign tasks, manage schedules, and oversee the performance of the reception team.
• Handle conflicts or issues that arise with students, staff, or visitors and escalate to management when necessary.
• Manage a team of part-timers

Customer Service:

• Greet and assist visitors, ensuring a welcoming and professional atmosphere.
• Address customer inquiries, both in person and over the phone, and direct them to the appropriate department or individual.
• Ensure that all visitors are properly logged in and escorted as necessary.
• Manage lost & found,assist on receiving deliveries e.g. stationeries, A4 copier papers etc.
• Top up papers in students’ self-printing area and assist students if there is any error arise.
• Check whiteboard markers and ensure the facilities team replace markers and dusters in all classrooms, student breakout areas, conference and meeting rooms.

Administrative Support:

• Coordinate front desk activities, including distributing correspondence, managing incoming and outgoing mail, and processing deliveries.
• Maintain an organized and presentable reception area.
• Monitor and order office supplies, manage lost & found, booking of discussion rooms.

Communication:

• Serve as a liaison between the reception team and management to relay any issues, concerns, or needs.
• Ensure that all relevant information is effectively communicated to the team and across departments.
• Maintain accurate records and logs related to front desk operations.

Problem Solving:

• Troubleshoot any issues that arise at the reception area, such as technical problems with phone lines or visitor concerns.

Requirements

• Diploma in Customer Service or relevant
• Experience with front counter duties and customer service
• At least 6 years of relevant working experience
• Proven experience as a receptionist, front desk representative, or in a similar role.
• Previous experience in a supervisory or team lead position is preferred.
• Pleasant disposition, excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in office management software (e.g., MS Office).
• Ability to remain professional and calm under pressure.
• Warm and approachable personality.
• Student-centric customer service approach to delivering excellent service attitude.
• Able to work well with diverse teams and handle conflicts effectively.
• Time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks
• Prior relevant experience in education industry will be advantageous.
• Able to start work immediately is advantageous.