Customer Service Associate

Location: Remote (Philippines)

Employment Type: 3-Month Contract (with potential for full-time and promotion)

Compensation: $500-$600/month

Reports To: HR/CS Director

About Pearl West Group

Pearl West Group is a fast-growing eCommerce investment and operating company that scales digital consumer brands through data-driven performance marketing and operational excellence.

We’re hiring two (2) Customer Service Associates to join our Customer Experience team on a 3-month contract—with the possibility of full-time employment or promotion based on performance.

Role Overview

As a Customer Service Associate, you’ll be the first point of contact for our customers—resolving inquiries, handling order issues, and ensuring a smooth experience across our DTC brands. You’ll manage tickets via Freshdesk, providing timely, accurate, and empathetic responses.

This role is ideal for someone with strong non-voice customer service experience, excellent written English, and the ability to handle multiple tickets efficiently while maintaining professionalism and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and professionally to customer inquiries via Freshdesk (email and chat)
• Handle order updates, returns, exchanges, refunds, and product inquiries
• Coordinate with internal teams and 3PL partners to resolve shipping or fulfillment issues
• Maintain accurate and complete customer interaction records
• Identify recurring issues and suggest improvements to processes or templates
• Meet or exceed performance targets for response time, resolution rate, and customer satisfaction
• Perform other customer experience–related tasks as assigned. (Responsibilities are not limited to the above and may evolve based on team needs and performance.)
  
  

Requirements (Plug-and-Play Skills)

Category

Requirement

Experience

Minimum 2 years of customer service experience, with at least 1 year in non-voice support (email or chat).

Tools

Familiarity with Freshdesk, Zendesk, or similar helpdesk platforms.

Communication

Excellent written English—clear, empathetic, and professional tone.

Typing Speed

At least 40 words per minute with high accuracy.

Multitasking & Focus

Can manage multiple tickets and maintain quality under pressure.

Integrity & Accountability

Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently in a remote environment.

Availability

Can work Tuesday–Saturday, 4 AM–12 NN PHT, including occasional weekends or holidays as needed.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with Shopify, Amazon Seller Central, or TikTok Shop
• Familiarity with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets)
• Understanding of CSAT, response time, and resolution KPIs
• Experience working with 3PL or fulfillment partners
  
  

Performance Metrics (Success in the Role)

First Response Time:

Customer Satisfaction (CSAT): 90%+

Resolution Rate: > 90% within SLA

Why Join Pearl West Group

• Be part of a fast-growing eCommerce team managing multiple DTC brands
• Gain hands-on exposure to Freshdesk and real customer experience operations
• Fully remote role with performance-based incentives
• Opportunity for promotion or full-time employment based on performance
  
  

Application Process

• Submit your resume highlighting your relevant customer service and non-voice experience
• Initial interview with the HR team
• Online assessment (to evaluate communication and problem-solving skills)
• Final interview with the hiring manager

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