Customer Service Advisor
| Posting date: | 10 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 May 2024 |
| Location: | Preston, PR2 5QT |
| Company: | James Hall |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7411 |
Summary
Role overview
Customer Service Advisor
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours of work: 39 hours per week over 4 days between the hours of 6.30am and 6.30pm and includes 1 full weekend in 5 (6.00am to
4.30pm)
Location: Office based – James Hall & Co, Bowland View, Preston, PR2 5QT
Salary: Competitive
Based at our state-of-the-art head office and distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, James Hall & Co. Ltd. have been
established for over 150 years proudly serving communities across the north of England as supplier and distributor to over 500
SPAR stores.
We are proud to be one of the biggest employers in Lancashire with over 4000 colleagues who represent our core values of passion,
enterprise and family every single day.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity to become part of our inhouse team of customer service helpdesk advisors here at James Hall & Co.
Our aim is to provide and deliver a fantastic service to our current and potential retailers as well as suppliers and the public.
Here’s What You Can Expect to be Doing
You will provide excellent first line support by dealing with customer issues, enquiries and complaints keeping customer
satisfaction at the core of everything you do.
You will help to problem solve incidents, provide prompt updates and speedy resolutions. You will walk customers through the
problem-solving process, following up to ensure resolution and full customer satisfaction. Other duties and responsibilities
include
* Dealing with all inbound and outbound calls in a timely manner
* Use problem solving skills to attempt to resolve incidents
* Follow training and guidance documentation to investigate and resolve IT support issues. This can include till problems,
software queries, network/broadband outages and in-store pricing/promotions
* Communicate with customers and internal teams using Email, Microsoft Teams, Telephone and Face to Face
* Accurately record and manage incidents, including liaising with internal and 3rd party teams and providing prompt updates to
users
* Help establish us as a company known for excellent customer service
A few things about you…
This is a customer support role, so we are looking for someone who is quick to learn, with excellent communication skills, and an
ability to problem-solve. Although experience within a contact centre or IT Support environment would be preferred, it is not
essential as full training will be provided
* Good customer service skills
* Basic IT skills
* Ability to work under pressure
* Excellent communication skills
Why us?
James Hall & Co. Ltd. have one simple vison: to still be in business in another 50 years!
To make this vision possible we need the best talent to join us on our journey. We are a family company and believe that if we
look after our people, they will look after us.
Here are some of the benefits that you can take advantage of as an employee of James Hall & Co. Ltd.
Company Doctor – We care about the health and wellbeing of our people. That is why you will have access to our company doctor with
the ability to book appointments directly.
Free On-site Parking - You don’t have to worry about paying for parking or getting from your car to the office as our site boasts
a secure car park with over 1000 spaces.
Holidays – Everyone needs a break so as an employee of James Hall & Co. Ltd. you will receive our enhanced holiday package.
Holiday entitlement increases with continuous service every two years
Learning & Development – We want all of our colleagues to reach their full potential. That is why you will benefit from our
in-house learning and development team who will provide you access to fully funded accredited training and industry recognised
qualifications.
Grocery Aid – We understand the importance of mental health. We work with the national charity Grocery Aid to provide all
colleagues a 24/7 helpline service that is free, independent and confidential. Grocery Aid also offer a wide range of other
fantastic services to support you when you need it.
We also offer staff discount, cycle to work scheme and our famous Christmas Hamper!
Please note if we receive a high number of applicants, we may close the advert early. We advise interested candidates to submit
their applications promptly to avoid disappointment.
#JHCHP
Customer Service Advisor
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours of work: 39 hours per week over 4 days between the hours of 6.30am and 6.30pm and includes 1 full weekend in 5 (6.00am to
4.30pm)
Location: Office based – James Hall & Co, Bowland View, Preston, PR2 5QT
Salary: Competitive
Based at our state-of-the-art head office and distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, James Hall & Co. Ltd. have been
established for over 150 years proudly serving communities across the north of England as supplier and distributor to over 500
SPAR stores.
We are proud to be one of the biggest employers in Lancashire with over 4000 colleagues who represent our core values of passion,
enterprise and family every single day.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity to become part of our inhouse team of customer service helpdesk advisors here at James Hall & Co.
Our aim is to provide and deliver a fantastic service to our current and potential retailers as well as suppliers and the public.
Here’s What You Can Expect to be Doing
You will provide excellent first line support by dealing with customer issues, enquiries and complaints keeping customer
satisfaction at the core of everything you do.
You will help to problem solve incidents, provide prompt updates and speedy resolutions. You will walk customers through the
problem-solving process, following up to ensure resolution and full customer satisfaction. Other duties and responsibilities
include
* Dealing with all inbound and outbound calls in a timely manner
* Use problem solving skills to attempt to resolve incidents
* Follow training and guidance documentation to investigate and resolve IT support issues. This can include till problems,
software queries, network/broadband outages and in-store pricing/promotions
* Communicate with customers and internal teams using Email, Microsoft Teams, Telephone and Face to Face
* Accurately record and manage incidents, including liaising with internal and 3rd party teams and providing prompt updates to
users
* Help establish us as a company known for excellent customer service
A few things about you…
This is a customer support role, so we are looking for someone who is quick to learn, with excellent communication skills, and an
ability to problem-solve. Although experience within a contact centre or IT Support environment would be preferred, it is not
essential as full training will be provided
* Good customer service skills
* Basic IT skills
* Ability to work under pressure
* Excellent communication skills
Why us?
James Hall & Co. Ltd. have one simple vison: to still be in business in another 50 years!
To make this vision possible we need the best talent to join us on our journey. We are a family company and believe that if we
look after our people, they will look after us.
Here are some of the benefits that you can take advantage of as an employee of James Hall & Co. Ltd.
Company Doctor – We care about the health and wellbeing of our people. That is why you will have access to our company doctor with
the ability to book appointments directly.
Free On-site Parking - You don’t have to worry about paying for parking or getting from your car to the office as our site boasts
a secure car park with over 1000 spaces.
Holidays – Everyone needs a break so as an employee of James Hall & Co. Ltd. you will receive our enhanced holiday package.
Holiday entitlement increases with continuous service every two years
Learning & Development – We want all of our colleagues to reach their full potential. That is why you will benefit from our
in-house learning and development team who will provide you access to fully funded accredited training and industry recognised
qualifications.
Grocery Aid – We understand the importance of mental health. We work with the national charity Grocery Aid to provide all
colleagues a 24/7 helpline service that is free, independent and confidential. Grocery Aid also offer a wide range of other
fantastic services to support you when you need it.
We also offer staff discount, cycle to work scheme and our famous Christmas Hamper!
Please note if we receive a high number of applicants, we may close the advert early. We advise interested candidates to submit
their applications promptly to avoid disappointment.
#JHCHP