TeleperformanceCustomer Service Team Lead (Medcare, Aster and Emirates Health Services)
Dec. 2017 - Nov. 2024Dubai, United Arab EmiratesLed a high-performing customer service team managing critical support operations for top-tier healthcare clients. Responsible for delivering exceptional patient experiences, managing daily operations, and improving agent productivity in a fast-paced, high-volume contact centre environment. Key Achievements & Responsibilities:
Customer Satisfaction & SLA Excellence:
Maintained CSAT scores consistently above 95%, exceeding client expectations through rigorous quality monitoring, root cause resolution, and proactive team coaching. Team Performance & Productivity:
Oversaw a team of 20+ agents; improved productivity by 15% through structured coaching, performance reviews, and actionable feedback based on call audits and KPIs. Workforce & Shift Management:
Developed and maintained efficient schedules, handled real-time queue balancing, and minimized shrinkage to ensure 100% SLA compliance on response times. Training & Development:
Onboarded and trained new team members in product knowledge, compliance, and customer handling, resulting in 40% faster ramp-up time and reduced error rates. Process & Quality Optimisation:
Conducted weekly performance reviews and root cause analysis to identify trends and improve agent quality. Helped reduce escalations and rework by 30% through improved First Call Resolution. Data-Driven Operations:
Created and maintained reporting dashboards (Excel, internal tools) to track AHT, CSAT, call volume, and attendance, enabling leadership to make data-informed decisions. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Partnered with QA, WFM, and client-facing teams to implement initiatives that improved overall operational efficiency and elevated the end-customer experience. People Management & Retention:
Recognised for high team engagement and low attrition. Implemented team recognition programs and career progression plans, improving morale and long-term retention.