Director of Customer Care Operations

Director of Customer Care Operations – EULa siguiente información tiene como objetivo proporcionar a los posibles candidatos una mejor comprensión de los requisitos para este puesto.About UsPerk (formerly TravelPerk) is the intelligent platform for travel and spend management. Built to tackle the time‑consuming, manual work that gets in the way of real work, our tools automate everything from travel bookings to expenses, invoice processing, and more. By eliminating this shadow work that wastes hours, erodes morale, and saps innovation, we’re on a mission to power real work, with real impact.We’re trusted by more than 10,000 companies worldwide, including Wise, On Running, Breitling, and Fabletics, and we’re tackling the 7 hours of lost productivity per employee each week, a $1.7 trillion problem.Founded in 2015, Perk has grown into a global company of more than 1,800 people across 12 offices worldwide, with headquarters in London and Boston. We combine innovation, control, and simplicity to transform how businesses work and how people feel at work.At Perk, we’re driven by our values – being an owner, delivering a 7‑star experience, and working as one team. We value curiosity, purpose, and mindset to unlock the power in your potential. Our talent team brings together leading minds from the travel and SaaS industries, representing over 70 countries. If you’re excited about having a real impact and shaping how millions of people experience work, we’d love you on the team.Visit to learn more.About The RoleAsDirector of Customer Care Operations, Europe , you will set the vision and strategy for our German, Spanish, UK & Ireland, and French Customer Care operations; leading a growing team of in‑house and outsourced professionals to deliver world‑class service. You’ll be accountable for customer satisfaction, team performance, and operational excellence while helping shape the future of Perk’s global Customer Care organization.What You’ll DoLead and scale the Europe Customer Care organisation of 700+ professionals, both in‑house and outsourced.Set and achieve performance targets and financial outcomes across all service areas in Europe, directly influencing overall business performance and profitability.Collaborate with Senior Directors of Global Operations, Operational Excellence, and Planning & WFM to design and execute the regional customer‑care strategy aligned with our global goals.Take full responsibility for key performance indicators such as response times (SLAs) and customer satisfaction (CSAT) scores of the Europe region, and ensure continuous improvement.Partner with cross‑functional teams (WFM, Operational Excellence, Account Management, Sales, Product) to problem‑solve, ensure productive communication and implementation of processes, and build a strong operational infrastructure globally.Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and data‑driven decision making, as well as develop and mentor team members within your organisation.Oversee multiple initiatives impacting the Europe region, while remaining hands‑on, adaptable, and a trusted stakeholder across departments.Own key regional KPIs and deliver measurable improvements in:Customer Satisfaction (CSAT / NPS)Service Level Agreements (SLA)ChurnEmployee Engagement & RetentionOperational Efficiency / ProductivityQualificationsWhat We’re Looking For8‑10 years of experience leading large‑scale Customer Care teams.Proven success managing both in‑house and outsourced operations.Experience in technology‑driven or high‑growth environments (travel industry a strong plus).Demonstrated ability to build and develop high‑performing, customer‑centric teams.Strong process orientation and project management background.Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in English.Data‑driven and analytical, with a track record of using insights to drive improvements.Hands‑on leader with a proactive, pragmatic, and collaborative approach.Experience with Zendesk or similar CX platforms preferred.Who You AreCustomer obsessed: Passionate about creating exceptional experiences.Strategic & operational: Think big but execute efficiently.Data‑driven: Rely on metrics and insights to make smart decisions.Empathetic leader: Listen, coach, and empower your teams.Adaptable: Thrive in fast‑paced, high‑growth environments.Results‑oriented: Focus on measurable impact and continuous improvement.What We OfferCompetitive compensation and equity ownership in Perk.Generous vacation days plus public holidays.Choice of private healthcare or a gym allowance.Life insurance for financial protection of loved ones.Unforgettable Perk events, including the annual summer party.Wellbeing partner Spring Health providing 12x therapy and 12x coaching sessions.Flexible compensation plan to make money go further.17 weeks’ paid parental leave during your child’s first year.16 paid hours per year to volunteer for charitable causes.Up to 20 “Work from Anywhere” days per year.Real‑life English, Spanish, and Catalan lessons to broaden language skills.Four‑week fully paid sabbatical after five years.Relocation support to join one of our hubs.Note –This position requires being based inBarcelona . We can help with relocation if necessary.How We WorkAt Perk, we take an IRL‑first approach to work, where our team works together in‑person 3 days a week. As such, this role requires you to be based within commuting distance of our hubs. We fundamentally believe in the value of meeting in real life to improve connectivity, productivity, creativity and ultimately make us a great place to work.For certain roles, we can help with relocation from anywhere in the world. English is the official language at the office. Please submit your resume in English if you choose to apply. Do not forget to submit an updated portfolio and/or resume.Perk is a global company with a diverse customer base, and we want to make sure the people behind our product reflect that. We’re an equal opportunity employer, which means you’re welcome at Perk regardless of how you look, where you’re from, or anything else that makes you, well, you.Protect Yourself from Recruitment ScamsAll official communication from Perk will always come from email addresses ending in @ or @ , our verified social media channels, or recruiters listed on our official LinkedIn page. We will never ask you to pay for equipment, training, or fees, request sensitive personal information such as bank details early in the process, or communicate through unofficial apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, or Signal. If you receive a message claiming to be from Perk that seems suspicious, please do not respond. xsgfvud Forward it to , and we will confirm whether it is legitimate.#J-18808-Ljbffr