Torrens University Australia
Customer Service Agent (Remote)
Customer Service Agent | Torrens University Australia |Australia
Customer Service Agent | Torrens University Australia | Australia
At Torrens University Australia, making a difference is in our DNA. As a Certified B Corporation, we belong to a global community of future-focused companies using business as a force for good. We believe in the transformative power of education to change lives, families, communities – and the world. That’s why we’re on a mission to increase access to higher education, so learners from all walks of life can chase their dreams.
Just like our students, our employees are a diverse group who want to make an impact. When you join us, we give you the freedom to be bold, creative and courageous – with flexible working arrangements that allow you to bring your best. We’ve built a culture that celebrates community, collaboration and innovation, where people love what they do.
What’s the job?
Reporting to the Senior Customer Service Agent, the Customer Service Agent is responsible for handling inbound student enquiries and providing high quality, efficient customer service and advice to students via phone, email and chat. The Customer Service Agent will perform a triage function for all student queries and provide a resolution for tier 1 general enquiries and tier 2 enquiries as knowledge deepens over time. This role is based in South Australia and offers flexible working options.
Day-to-day accountabilities:
- Handle all inbound student queries via email, phone and chat
- Outbound communication via email, phone and chat to resolve student queries and provide nationally coordinated communications
- Provide exceptional levels of customer service to students through high quality, accurate and timely responses to student enquiries
- Meet performance KPIs, participate in regular performance appraisals, be receptive to coaching and development and make improvements to performance where required
- Manage and resolve customer issues, or escalate as required
- Educate the student on alternative ways to seek information, e.g. self-service Student Hub, Student Portal
- Record all student interactions in the Student Records Management System
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a contact centre or customer service role
- Outstanding customer service skills, including strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude and ability to relate to a diverse range of people
- Exceptional customer listening skills with the ability to ask probing questions, understand concerns and overcome objections
- Ability to operate effectively in a team, contributing positively to team operations and working relationships
- Superior verbal and written communication skills, and the capacity to communicate clearly
- Proficiency in the use of enterprise-wide records management systems
Bold, modern and agile, we’re Australia’s fastest-growing university, going from 164 students in 2014 to 40,000+ alumni across 115+ countries and 2000+ staff today. In 2020, Australian Financial Review named us one of the country’s most innovative companies. As we continue to establish ourselves as a truly global university, we never lose sight of our student-centric approach. Supported by teams of passionate people, you’ll find endless opportunities for professional development and career progression.
What we offer:
We support your personal passions, development and wellbeing, to make your working life a more rewarding experience. At Torrens University Australia , you’ll benefit from:
- Study free in a course/degree related to your position
- Flexible working conditions, allowing you to work remotely and from a campus near you
- Access to internal opportunities – Be supported to learn, grow and move across the organisation
To learn more about what makes Torrens University Australia a great place to work, visit
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We’d love to hear from you.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at
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