Merchants Customer Service Representative - French & English Speaker

Hybrid in Madrid·Added today

Overview

Job details

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • French

    The ad asks for French, or counts it in your favour.

  • Be near Madrid, Spain (Hybrid) for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

The role

What you'll do

Here's just some of what you'll do in this role:

  • Deliver world-class customer service, whilst responding to Merchants inquiries and concerns

  • Build meaningful relationships with our Merchants through a consultative approach, understanding their current and future needs, providing first contact resolution and negotiating a positive outcome for the Merchant and American Express

  • Meet and exceed quality goals, compliance regulations and productivity targets.

  • Navigate computer systems and applications to service our Merchants, and enable them to get the most from our online and mobile platforms.

  • Document necessary information, such as payment details, Merchant change of details, change of address and travel notifications.

  • Re-prioritize and adapt to an ever-changing environment.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Highly proficient in French and English, with strong verbal and written communication skills especially in a business context

  • Demonstrate personal excellence by remaining positive in difficult situations.

  • Display a passion to serve by delivering outstanding service in every interaction with our Merchants.

  • The ability and resilience to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment as well as multitask, using multiple systems and digital tools to service our Merchants.

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, verbal, and written skills

  • Assertiveness to handle difficult conversations.

  • Excellent negotiation, influencing and resourcefulness skills.

  • Critical, analytical and forward thinking with problem-solving skills, and strong attention to detail.

Requirements

Nice to have

  • Experience in a customer facing role or a phone contact center environment

Pay & benefits

Visa & relocation

Employment eligibility to work with American Express in Spain is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

About American Express

American Express is a globally integrated payments company offering charge and credit cards, travel-related services, and banking products to consumers and businesses. Founded in 1850, it is one of the world's most recognizable financial services brands, operating in over 130 countries and employing tens of thousands of people worldwide. The company's core business spans card issuance, merchant acquisition, and network services, making it a leader in the global payments industry.

In Spain, American Express has a significant presence, primarily through its offices in Madrid, which serve as a hub for customer service, compliance, and risk management roles supporting both Spanish and international markets. The company is known for its strong corporate culture, emphasis on customer service excellence, and commitment to employee development. For international professionals, American Express in Spain offers opportunities to work in a multicultural environment, often requiring multilingual skills (e.g., French, German, English), and provides a pathway to build a career in a globally recognized financial institution.

Industry
Financial Services
Founded
1850
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
New York, USA
In Spain
Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

  • American Express has a large multilingual customer service and compliance hub in Madrid, with roles requiring French, German, and English, making it a good fit for international candidates.
  • The company offers a comprehensive relocation package for eligible roles, including visa sponsorship and support for international hires.
  • American Express is known for its strong corporate culture, with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being, and has been consistently ranked as a great place to work.
  • Working at American Express in Spain provides exposure to global financial operations and the opportunity to work with colleagues across Europe and the world.
  • The company offers competitive benefits, including health insurance, pension plans, and opportunities for career advancement within its global network.
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Location

American Express · Madrid

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