Quality Assurance Manager

The Quality Assurance (QA) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing quality assurance programs within the contact center to ensure exceptional customer experience, operational excellence, and compliance with company standards. The role focuses on monitoring customer interactions, identifying improvement opportunities, driving quality initiatives, and collaborating with operations teams to enhance overall performance and service delivery.Key ResponsibilitiesQuality Management & MonitoringDevelop and maintain the Contact Center Quality Assurance framework, policies, and procedures.Design quality scorecards and evaluation criteria across all communication channels (voice, email, chat, social media).Monitor and evaluate customer interactions to ensure adherence to quality standards and compliance requirements.Conduct regular calibration sessions with Team Leaders and Operations Managers to ensure scoring consistency.Oversee quality audits and maintain quality monitoring schedules.Performance Analysis & ImprovementAnalyze quality performance trends and identify root causes impacting customer experience.Prepare and present quality reports, dashboards, and actionable insights to management.Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and operational effectiveness.Recommend process enhancements and corrective action plans based on audit findings.Coaching & Training SupportPartner with Training and Operations teams to identify knowledge and skill gaps.Support coaching programs by providing detailed feedback and quality insights.Participate in the development of training materials and refresher programs.Ensure agents and team leaders understand quality expectations and best practices.Compliance & Risk ManagementEnsure compliance with internal policies, industry regulations, and client requirements.Conduct compliance audits and recommend risk mitigation measures.Monitor adherence to data privacy, security, and regulatory standards.Leadership & Stakeholder ManagementLead and develop the QA team, including Quality Analysts and Senior QA Specialists.Set performance objectives and KPIs for the quality function.Collaborate with Operations, Workforce Management, Training, and Client Services teams.Participate in client meetings and business reviews as the Quality representative.Qualifications & ExperienceEducationBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Communications, or a related field.Experience5–8 years of experience in Contact Center Operations and Quality Assurance.Minimum 2–3 years in a leadership or managerial QA role.Experience managing quality programs in BPO, customer service, or shared services environments.Strong understanding of customer experience (CX) principles and quality management methodologies.Skills & CompetenciesTechnical SkillsContact Center Quality MonitoringRoot Cause AnalysisData Analysis and ReportingQuality Framework DevelopmentProcess Improvement MethodologiesCRM and Contact Center Systems KnowledgeSoft SkillsStrong leadership and people management skillsExcellent communication and presentation abilitiesAnalytical and problem-solving mindsetStakeholder managementCoaching and mentoring capabilitiesAttention to detail and organizational skillsPreferred QualificationsSix Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt Certification.COPC Certification or exposure to COPC standards.Experience with Quality Management tools and Customer Experience platforms.Knowledge of ISO standards and continuous improvement methodologies.Working RelationshipsInternal:Contact Center OperationsTraining TeamWorkforce ManagementHR & Learning & DevelopmentSenior ManagementExternal:ClientsAuditors