Senior Team Leader

Location: Budapest, Hungary
Job Type: Full time
Working model: Hybrid

About Cognizant: Cognizant is a global leader in technology and consulting services, dedicated to helping businesses transform and innovate. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee can thrive.

We are looking for a Senior Team Leader who will ensure exceptional customer experience by driving quality standards and managing day-to-day team operations. This role requires strong leadership, performance management, and the ability to foster continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:
• Manage daily operations and ensure adherence to KPIs and schedules.
• Drive quality and customer satisfaction through effective floor management.
• Build strong relationships with internal support groups and external stakeholders.
• Monitor team performance, provide feedback, and maintain morale.
• Prepare and communicate team scorecards and reports (daily/weekly/monthly).
• Handle escalated customer complaints and ensure timely resolution.
• Conduct team meetings, huddle, and maintain clear communication.
• Participate in hiring, training, and retention strategies.
• Ensure compliance with Cognizant policies and project requirements.
• Support business continuity plans and strategic initiatives.
• Represent team performance in client meetings and operational calls.

Qualifications requested:
• Education: Any graduate
• Languages: Fluency in English and one of the following: German, Italian, French (equivalent skill level with C1 certificate).
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant work experience in SERVICE DESK
• At least 12 months in a Team Leader role in an IT SERVICE DESK ENVIRONMENT

Required Skills are:
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage performance, scheduling, and operational KPIs.
• Proficiency in reporting and data analysis.
• Customer-centric mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

Why Join Us:
• Competitive salary and cafeteria benefits; free sport allowance (near the office buildings), All You Can Move SportPass (at a discounted price), medical benefits and other perks
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Multilingual environment
• Pleasant and inspiring working atmosphere with multicultural community and state-of-the-art technologies.
• Easy to access location and modern office building
• Reimbursable language courses
• Team events and Company events
• High value awards and recognitions, annual bonus for top performers, and annual salary review

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.