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Operations Support Assistant (SA/Latam)

Somewhere

Fully Remote
πŸ“ Colorado Springs
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πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R22,200 – R25,900 ZAR. This role is suited for junior-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa β€” whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

HIGH-LEVEL SUMMARY & SPECIAL REQUESTS
* Joseph Kurosky of Joseph Auto Hail Solutions is hiring for an administrative support role to assist with their hail damage repair business.
Joseph Kurosky of Joseph Auto Hail Solutions is hiring for an administrative support role to assist with their hail damage repair business.
* They need someone to start within the next 2-3 weeks, as their peak season is approaching.
They need someone to start within the next 2-3 weeks, as their peak season is approaching.
* Key requirements are strong English proficiency (accent not a major concern), typing/data entry speed, and ability to multitask and communicate effectively with both customers and the internal team.
Key requirements are strong English proficiency (accent not a major concern), typing/data entry speed, and ability to multitask and communicate effectively with both customers and the internal team.
* The client has previously had some issues with broken English, so accent and fluency will be closely evaluated.
The client has previously had some issues with broken English, so accent and fluency will be closely evaluated.

COMPANY OVERVIEW
* Joseph Auto Hail Solutions is a hail damage repair business based in the Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas area.
Joseph Auto Hail Solutions is a hail damage repair business based in the Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas area.
* They have 3 active repair shops, with one location getting around 80% of the work.
They have 3 active repair shops, with one location getting around 80% of the work.
* The business is focused on insurance-based hail damage claims and stays busy year-round, even during off-peak seasons.
The business is focused on insurance-based hail damage claims and stays busy year-round, even during off-peak seasons.
* They have a small but experienced team, including a long-tenured administrative manager who will help onboard the new hire.
They have a small but experienced team, including a long-tenured administrative manager who will help onboard the new hire.

ROLE OVERVIEW Job Title: Administrative Support

Time Zone: Central Time (US)

Start Date: Within 2-3 weeks

Employment Model: Direct Hire,

Full-time Hours:9am - 6pm Central Time

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Communicate with customers to provide updates on repair status, rental coverage, and other account details
Communicate with customers to provide updates on repair status, rental coverage, and other account details
* Manage project details and notes in the company's Notion-based project management system
Manage project details and notes in the company's Notion-based project management system
* Coordinate with the internal team, including the administrative manager, on customer communications and task completion
Coordinate with the internal team, including the administrative manager, on customer communications and task completion
* Reach out to insurance companies to check on claim statuses and coverage
Reach out to insurance companies to check on claim statuses and coverage
* Provide general administrative support, including data entry and filing
Provide general administrative support, including data entry and filing

HARD SKILLS REQUIRED
* Proficient in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Proficient in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
* Excellent typing/data entry speed and accuracy
Excellent typing/data entry speed and accuracy
* Experience with project management/CRM software (Notion experience a plus)
Experience with project management/CRM software (Notion experience a plus)
* Understanding of the hail damage repair/insurance claims industry
Understanding of the hail damage repair/insurance claims industry

SOFT SKILLS REQUIRED
* Strong communication and customer service skills
Strong communication and customer service skills
* Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
* Calm, professional demeanor when dealing with potentially frustrated customers
Calm, professional demeanor when dealing with potentially frustrated customers
* Willingness to learn and adapt to the unique needs of the business
Willingness to learn and adapt to the unique needs of the business

BUDGET & COMPENSATION
* Salary range: $1,200 - $1,400 per month
Salary range: $1,200 - $1,400 per month
* The client is open to going slightly above this range for an exceptional candidate
The client is open to going slightly above this range for an exceptional candidate

LOCATION & ACCENT PREFERENCE
* The client is open to candidates from various locations, including South Africa, as long as they havestrong English proficiency and clarity of speech.
The client is open to candidates from various locations, including South Africa, as long as they havestrong English proficiency and clarity of speech.
* Accent is not a major concern, as long as the candidate can communicate effectively with customers and the internal team.
Accent is not a major concern, as long as the cand

Tips for South African Applicants

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Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

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Salary in Context

At R22,200/month, this role is on par with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($1,200/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.

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Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards β€” use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.

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Load Shedding Preparedness

If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.

About Somewhere

Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 608 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs β†’