Dispute Resolution Specialist

About the Role:

The Dispute Resolution Specialist is responsible for the customer dispute process involving merchant and customer projects financed using Upgrade's financing loans. Reporting to the Merchant Operations Department, this individual will play a key role in the support and operational components of the Upgrade's product strategy. The ideal candidate brings a positive and adaptable mindset to our team environment.

• Communicate with customers and merchants as part of the dispute investigation, resolution, collections and risk mitigation process
• Thoroughly review and investigate disputes including narratives, contracts, and supporting evidence, while delivering exceptional customer service and complying with Reg-E time frames
• Identify patterns and trends involving potential fraudulent activity or loan servicing issues and proactively escalates potentially suspicious activity including high risk customers and merchants for further review
• Prepare detailed investigation narratives that clearly explain the activity, risks, and reasoning for the disposition of a case
• Partner with key stakeholders to ensure that they are managing the business properly with reference to speculative complaints, genuine business errors or service gaps
• Handle incoming cash reconciliations, entry adjustments, identifying and resolving refund discrepancies

• 3+ years of experience in a customer service role or equivalent role
• Fundamental understanding of billing and collections processes as well as transactions involving debits and credits
• Outstanding proficiency in written and verbal communication
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
  
  Strong attention to detail and ability to spot errors or inconsistencies
• Demonstrated creativity in finding solutions quickly in response to customer and business demand
• Critical thinker with an ability to independently make decisions and exercise authority within established guidelines and limits
• Entrepreneurial mindset, as a start-up, we are growing quickly and you may need to adapt to changing policies and procedures while maintaining high-quality work output
• Proficiency with computer software (Google Suite, Excel, Jira, Tableau)
• Team player mentality with a high level of integrity

• Competitive salary and stock option plan
• 100% paid coverage of medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible PTO
• Competitive 401(k) and RRSP program
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Paid parental leave
• Health & wellness initiatives

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English is required for all positions, as it involves interacting with staff at Upgrade's offices worldwide.