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Full-Time

Shopper Support All Levels

In-office; Reno, NV

Posted on 8/23/2024

Sezzle

Sezzle

201-500 employees

Buy now, pay later payment solutions

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$50k - $65kAnnually

+ Commission + Bonus + Equity

Entry, Junior

Reno, NV, USA

On-site presence required in Reno, Nevada.

Category
Customer Experience
Customer Support
Customer Success & Support
Requirements
  • Experience handling complex customer support issues
  • Approachable and empathetic to both agents and customers
  • Ability to communicate quickly and effectively
Responsibilities
  • Work onsite at our Reno office, Monday through Friday during business hours of 8 am to 4:30 pm local (Pacific) time
  • Develop and maintain strong working knowledge of Sezzle products and services, to assist in answering questions from shoppers and other Sezzle stakeholders
  • Develop and maintain strong working knowledge of Federal laws and regulations affecting Sezzle’s products, services and operations
  • Fielding escalated tickets sent up by agents through ticket escalation channels.
  • Taking over escalated phone calls or chats when a supervisor is requested, or when the agent is requesting assistance
  • Monitoring our live helpline channel to assist with questions posed by team members
  • Maintaining adherence to agreed-upon response times for escalated issues
  • Identifying and raising signals for potential widespread bugs or issues in the product Ideal.

Sezzle operates in the buy now, pay later (BNPL) market, allowing consumers to purchase products and split the cost into four interest-free payments. This service is designed to help younger consumers manage their finances by providing flexible payment options. For merchants, Sezzle offers a payment solution that can increase sales and reduce cart abandonment rates. The company generates revenue primarily through fees charged to merchants for processing transactions, which are justified by the increased sales they experience. Sezzle is a Public Benefits Corporation and a Certified B Corp, emphasizing its commitment to creating a positive societal impact. With 3.4 million active consumers and nearly 47,000 active merchants, Sezzle has reported significant growth, with $1.8 billion in underlying merchant sales in the past year. The goal of Sezzle is to empower the next generation financially while facilitating transactions between consumers and merchants.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$651.6M

Headquarters

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

11%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Sezzle's rapid growth, with 3.4 million active consumers and 46,982 active merchants, indicates strong market adoption and potential for further expansion.
  • The expansion of the Payment Streaks program to Canada demonstrates Sezzle's commitment to promoting financial responsibility and customer satisfaction.
  • Partnerships with grocery chains like Vallarta Supermarkets highlight Sezzle's ability to adapt its BNPL services to meet everyday consumer needs, potentially increasing its user base.

What critics are saying

  • The crowded BNPL market means Sezzle must continuously innovate to maintain its competitive edge.
  • Economic downturns or rising interest rates could impact consumer spending and the attractiveness of BNPL services.

What makes Sezzle unique

  • Sezzle's status as a Public Benefits Corporation and Certified B Corp sets it apart by emphasizing social impact alongside financial performance.
  • The addition of Spanish language capabilities to its BNPL app and checkout process broadens its appeal to a significant demographic, unlike many competitors.
  • Sezzle's focus on gamifying financial responsibility through programs like Payment Streaks encourages responsible spending, which is unique in the BNPL space.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefit Plans

Generous Parental & Family Leave

Competitive 401k Match

Paid Time Off & Volunteer Time Off

Ownership Through Equity

100% of Donations to Charity Matched

Work from Home Stipend

Highly Discounted Fitness Membership

INACTIVE