Nexus connects US companies with bilingual Customer Support Specialists in Latin America for $1,200-$2,800/month (60-70% less than US rates). Zendesk/Intercom proficient, US timezone. Average time to hire: 14 days. No fee if no candidate found. Updated February 2026.

Hire a Customer Support Specialist from Latin America

Bilingual support specialists who delight your customers — for 60-70% less than US hires.

65%
Average Savings
14
Days to Hire
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Customer Support Specialist Salary Comparison

US vs Latin America — monthly rates

SeniorityUS SalaryLATAM SalaryYou Save
Tier 1 (0-2 yrs)$3,500/mo$1,200/mo66%
Tier 2 (2-4 yrs)$4,500/mo$1,800/mo60%
Team Lead / Senior$6,500/mo$2,800/mo57%

Source: Nexus placement data & ZipRecruiter averages. Updated February 2026.

Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees. What you see is what you pay.

Placement

We find and vet customer support talent. You manage them on your existing team.

  • Sourcing & vetting
  • Support scenario testing
  • English proficiency tests
  • Candidate shortlist (3-5)

Staffing

Full-service: hiring, onboarding, payroll, and compliance taken care of.

  • Everything in Placement
  • Onboarding support
  • Payroll management
  • Compliance & contracts

Teams

Build a dedicated customer support team with shift coverage and team leads.

  • Everything in Staffing
  • Team coordination
  • Shift scheduling
  • Scalable on demand

Key Skills We Vet For

Zendesk, Intercom, Freshdesk, HubSpot Service Hub
Live chat, email, and phone support
Ticket triage & escalation workflows
Knowledge base management
CSAT / NPS tracking & reporting
Bilingual support (English + Spanish)
CRM management & customer data handling
Empathetic communication & conflict resolution

How Nexus Vets Customer Support Specialist Candidates

Only the top 6% of applicants pass our process

1

Support Simulation

Real-time customer scenario tests: handling complaints, troubleshooting issues, and managing difficult conversations.

2

English Proficiency

Written and verbal evaluation focused on clarity, empathy, and professional tone in customer interactions.

3

Cultural Fit

Assessment of patience, empathy, problem-solving speed, and ability to represent a US brand.

4

Reference Checks

Verification of CSAT scores, response times, and feedback from previous customer-facing roles.

3 Steps to Your New Customer Support Specialist

1

Tell Us What You Need

1 day

Share your support channels (chat, email, phone), tools, volume, and coverage hours.

2

Review Pre-Vetted Candidates

5-10 days

We present 3-5 support specialists who match your tools and brand voice.

3

Start Working Together

Day 14

Onboard your new support specialist. We help with tool access and training resources.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Customer Support Specialist cost in Latin America?

LATAM Customer Support Specialists cost $1,200-$2,800/month full-time, versus $3,500-$6,500/month in the US. Savings of 57-66%. Transparent pricing, no surprises.

Can they handle English-speaking customers?

Absolutely. All candidates are evaluated for professional English communication. Many also speak Spanish, which is valuable for serving bilingual customer bases.

What support tools do they know?

Our specialists are proficient in Zendesk, Intercom, Freshdesk, HubSpot, Salesforce Service Cloud, and more. We match to your existing stack.

Can I hire for specific shifts or coverage hours?

Yes. We can source agents for any US timezone coverage, including evenings and weekends. Our Teams plan supports multi-shift operations.

How quickly can I hire customer support through Nexus?

Average 14 days. Customer support is one of our fastest-filling roles due to the deep talent pool in LATAM.

What if the specialist doesn't meet my standards?

90-day replacement guarantee. If they don't hit your quality benchmarks, we replace them at no cost.

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