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Customer Service Advisor - Billing Team

Job details
Posting date: 25 June 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 25 July 2025
Location: CA28 7XY
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Reed Talent Soultions
Job type: Temporary
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Summary

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Join United Utilities as a Customer Service Advisor – Billing Team

Customer Service Advisor - Billing Team | Whitehaven £13.34/hr 



Are You…

A great communicator who thrives on helping others?

Skilled at staying calm under pressure and solving problems?

Looking for a role where you can grow, be supported, and make a real impact?

If so, this is your opportunity to join one of the UK’s most essential service providers!



Why United Utilities?

United Utilities delivers clean water and manages wastewater for 7 million customers across the North West. With over 5,000 employees, they’re committed to providing excellent service and building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities they serve.



About the Role

As a Customer Service Advisor in the Billing Department, you’ll be the first point of contact for customers—helping them understand their bills, resolve queries, and find the best payment options.

You’ll communicate via phone, email, web chat, and written correspondence, always aiming to deliver a smooth, friendly, and helpful experience.



What You’ll Be Doing

Handle customer queries from start to finish

Investigate billing issues and provide clear resolutions

Discuss payment options and support customers in financial difficulty

Handle complex back-office tasks such as splits and mergers, refunds, surface water queries, high measured bills, and new builds.

Proactively follow up based on customer feedback and system alerts

Escalate cases when needed to ensure the best outcome



What You’ll Bring

A passion for customer service

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Confidence using IT systems

A calm, empathetic, and solution-focused approach

Ability to prioritise, multitask, and stay organised



Working Hours & Rota Options

Full-time | 37 hours/week | 4-week rolling rota
Choose from two rota styles to suit your lifestyle:

Option 1 – Standard:

Week 1: Mon–Fri 9–5

Week 2: Mon–Fri 10–6 + Sat 8–4 (with a rest day)

Week 3: Mon–Fri 12–8

Week 4: Mon–Fri 8–4

Option 2 – Shorter Fridays & 2 Saturdays:

Week 1: Mon–Thu 8–5, Fri 8–12

Week 2: Mon–Fri 9–6 + Sat 10–2 (with a rest day)

Week 3: Mon–Thu 9–6, Fri 9–1

Week 4: Mon–Fri 11–8 + Sat 11–3 (with a rest day)



Full Training Provided

8 weeks of paid training

Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm

Supportive mentoring and buddying throughout



Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to bring your skills to a role that truly matters, apply now with your most up-to-date CV. We can’t wait to hear from you!

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