Paddle

Junior Support Specialist

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, SaaSIndustries

Job Description

Location Type: Remote Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Paddle offers digital product companies a completely different approach to their payment infrastructure. We act as a Merchant of Record, taking away the complexity of payment fragmentation for our customers. Backed by investors like KKR, FTV Capital, Kindred, Notion, and 83North, we serve over 5000 software sellers globally.

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to begin their journey in customer support. In this role, you will assist buyers (end users) of software companies that utilize our platform. You will learn to provide exceptional support by searching for transactions, processing refunds and subscription cancellations, and more. The ideal candidate possesses strong empathy, a commitment to task completion, and fluid, thoughtful written and verbal communication skills.

You will be part of a global team of buyer support specialists, reporting to the Buyer Support Team Leads. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about customer support and its role in a customer-centric team's success. There is significant growth potential, with opportunities to advance into a Level 1 Customer Support function and various specialist roles within the company.

This role operates on standard hours from Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

  • Respond to and resolve transactional queries from our customers' buyers via email, including requests for refunds or cancellations.
  • Escalate advanced or complex queries to the appropriate internal teams.
  • Continuously enhance knowledge of Paddle products and increase proficiency in handling more advanced queries to foster growth in the role.
  • Collect feedback, report issues, contribute to process improvements, and actively participate in team meetings.

Requirements

  • 0-2 years of experience in a customer support, customer service, or customer-centric role, or a strong desire to transition into a customer-focused position.
  • Proficient English speaker.
  • Comfortable working remotely and organized in communicating with teams across different time zones (GMT, AEST, EST).
  • A genuine passion for interacting with and helping people.
  • A proactive approach to sharing experiences and feedback to build skills.
  • A continuous improvement mindset, avoiding complacency.
  • An investigative and creative approach to problem-solving.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working for a SaaS company, particularly in a customer support capacity for other software companies.
  • Familiarity with Zendesk or other helpdesk platforms.
  • Tech-savvy.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, both independently and collaboratively, making quick decisions even with incomplete information.

Company Information

At Paddle, we are committed to removing barriers for both our customers and our internal teams. We recognize and celebrate the uniqueness of every Paddler and welcome all individual perspectives. As an inclusive employer, we value your skills, curiosity, passion for learning, and contributions to our culture over your educational background, appearance, or origin. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every qualification, especially if you belong to an underrepresented group. Please inform us if any accommodations are needed to support you during the application process.

Skills

Customer Support
Email Support
Transaction Processing
Refunds
Subscription Management
Communication
Empathy

Paddle

Platform for SaaS billing and compliance

About Paddle

Paddle simplifies software sales for SaaS companies by providing a platform that manages billing, payments, tax compliance, and customer support. Its tools allow developers to focus on product development instead of administrative tasks. Paddle's all-in-one solution includes payment processing, subscription management, invoicing, and compliance with international tax laws, helping clients streamline operations and scale efficiently. The company earns revenue through transaction fees and subscription plans, aligning its success with that of its clients. Paddle's platform is flexible, easy to configure, and offers extensive API documentation for seamless integration. It also supports webhook notifications for real-time updates. The goal of Paddle is to be a vital partner for software companies aiming to grow internationally while managing the complexities of tax and compliance.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$283.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Competitive compensation & share options
Private healthcare & mental health coaching
Flexible time off
Learning & development
Family leave
Wellbeing points
Transportation subsidies
Home workstation budget

Risks

Emerging payment platforms may erode Paddle's market share.
Slower SaaS industry growth could impact Paddle's transaction-based revenue model.
Rising churn rates in SaaS could lead to decreased revenue for Paddle.

Differentiation

Paddle offers a unique Merchant of Record model for SaaS companies.
The platform integrates billing, payments, and tax compliance into a single solution.
Paddle's API and webhook features enable seamless integration for developers.

Upsides

Paddle's AI Launchpad supports the growing trend of AI-powered SaaS solutions.
The new billing features cater to the demand for hyperlocalised payments.
Paddle's all-in-one platform is attractive amid rising churn rates and tighter budgets.

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