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Full-Time

Customer Support Lead

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Mercury

Mercury

201-500 employees

Banking services for startups and founders

Fintech
Social Impact

Compensation Overview

$103.9k - $144.2kAnnually

+ Equity + Benefits

Mid

San Francisco, CA, USA + 2 more

More locations: New York, NY, USA | Portland, OR, USA

Hybrid role with specific locations in San Francisco, New York, and Portland.

Category
Customer Support
Customer Success & Support
Requirements
  • 3+ years of experience leading customer support or other user-facing teams, preferably in high-growth technology companies
  • Expertise in adding structure for support teams growing quickly
  • Enjoy teaching and mentoring others on how to become really skilled at support
  • Feel highly confident working with tickets that deal with API issues, banking system errors, or other problems of a fairly technical nature, as well as have previous experience partnering cross functionally with engineering and product teams
  • Comfortability navigating data visualization tools (Tableau, Looker, Metabase, etc.)
  • Can execute complex operational projects that affect multiple teams
  • Consistently exercise empathy while helping entrepreneurs build successful businesses.
  • Can break down hard problems into clear, understandable pieces, and excel at using data to drive decisions (even when the data is not perfect)
  • Always question the first answer, and enjoy going levels deeper to find all the edge cases
  • Show rigor when designing new processes, and put a high bar on the quality of your work
  • Exercise creativity while working within difficult constraints
Responsibilities
  • Hire, mentor, and manage a customer support team that excels in product knowledge, user support, and the US banking system
  • Own team performance management by setting clear goals, tracking key metrics, and driving continuous improvement on the team
  • Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within your team, providing regular feedback and coaching
  • Refine and evolve our support processes, building workflows that drive efficiency and effectiveness across the organization
  • Work with engineering, product, and banking partners to resolve complex issues, improve our product based on Customer Support interactions, and implement changes that make for a better customer experience
  • Champion our customers by advocating for their needs with data-driven insights and compelling narratives
  • Be ready to dive into tickets alongside your team during peak times or critical issues, be a sounding board for escalations and help wherever the team needs as a leader on the front-lines

Mercury provides banking services specifically designed for startups, regardless of their size or stage of development. Their offerings include free checking and savings accounts, debit and credit cards, and options for domestic and international wire transfers, as well as treasury and venture debt services. The platform is user-friendly, allowing founders to manage their finances with ease. What sets Mercury apart from traditional banks is its focus on the startup community, offering programs that connect founders with valuable resources and advice to help them succeed. The goal of Mercury is to empower startups by providing them with the financial tools and support they need to grow and thrive.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$152M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

30%

2 year growth

85%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Mercury's expansion into consumer banking with Mercury Personal allows the company to deepen relationships with founders and tech leaders.
  • The ability to earn a competitive 5.00% APY on high-yield savings accounts makes Mercury an attractive option for personal banking.
  • Mercury's focus on intuitive product experiences and automation can significantly streamline financial management for startups and tech builders.

What critics are saying

  • The recent issues with FinTech partner Synapse could raise concerns about the reliability and security of Mercury's banking services.
  • The crowded FinTech market means Mercury must continuously innovate to maintain its competitive edge.

What makes Mercury unique

  • Mercury offers a comprehensive suite of banking services tailored specifically for startups, unlike traditional banks that cater to a broader audience.
  • The integration of software for bill payments, invoicing, and employee reimbursements sets Mercury apart by simplifying financial workflows for scaling companies.
  • Mercury's vibrant community programs provide founders with valuable connections, advice, and resources, enhancing their overall business experience.

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision

Custom equipment setup

401(K) matching

12+ weeks paid parental leave

Book budget

Wellness benefits

Grocery budget

Paid lunch

Personalized callsign

Unlimited vacation policy (with mandatory minimum)