Customer Service Representative
| Posting date: | 03 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £273,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 March 2026 |
| Location: | Manchester, Greater Manchester, M2 5BD |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Search Consultancy LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Req/678119_1772530845 |
Summary
Manchester City Centre (Hybrid: 3 days office, 2 days remote after probation)
Salary: £27,300
Start Date: 23rd March 2026
Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week
About the Role
We are a long‑established, award‑winning investment platform supporting over half a million customers across the UK. For nearly 30 years, we've helped people take control of their financial futures with transparent, simple, flat‑fee investment solutions.
We are now looking for an outstanding Customer Services Representative to join our brand‑new, purpose‑built Specialist Contact Centre in Leeds City Centre.
In this role, you will be the first point of contact for customers who rely on us to manage their pensions, ISAs and investment accounts. You'll hold professional, supportive conversations, understand customer needs, and take ownership of each interaction to ensure every customer receives an exceptional experience.
What You'll Do
- Answer inbound calls and provide clear, accurate guidance to customers
- Support customers using Trading Accounts, Stocks & Shares ISAs, and SIPPs
- Handle complex queries with high attention to detail and professionalism
- Manage multiple systems and tasks in a fast‑paced contact centre environment
- Stay calm and composed during busy periods and challenging situations
- Build strong customer relationships and deliver excellent service
- Represent our values of fairness, clarity and customer focus
Working Hours & Shifts
37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Shift pattern includes:
- 7:45 - 16:15
- 8:30 - 17:00
- 9:00 - 17:30
- 9:15 - 17:45 (rotational)
Once trained in international dealing, you will work one week every 8 weeks on a 12:30 - 21:00 shift (subject to business needs).
What We're Looking For
- Experience in a contact centre environment handling complex queries
- A real people person with strong listening and communication skills
- Customer‑focused, motivated, and able to handle pressure professionally
- Ability to learn detailed product knowledge and explain it clearly
- Strong multitasking and system‑navigation skills
- Confident making decisions and knowing when to escalate
- Team‑oriented, supportive, and committed to personal growth
- Experience working in an FCA‑regulated business is desirable but not essential
Key Requirements
- Ability to build rapport across phone, email, and written channels
- Strong IT skills across a variety of internal systems
- Ability to manage customer information accurately and securely
- Resilience, attention to detail, and excellent time management
- Ability to handle enquiries, manage access, and resolve complaints
Desirable Experience
- Understanding of Consumer Duty requirements
- Knowledge of investment products or pension services
- Previous experience in financial services or a similar customer‑based role
What You'll Get
- Comprehensive induction and training programme
- Ongoing support from your Team Lead
- 3‑tier progression pathway with clear opportunities for career development
- The chance to work in modern, purpose‑built offices
- A supportive, people‑focused working environment
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.