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Customer Service Advisor

Job details
Posting date: 09 April 2026
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 09 May 2026
Location: Hatfield, Home Counties, AL95NB
Company: Rapier Employment
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 59651002

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Summary

CUSTOMER SERVICE ADVISOR – TEMP TO PERM
Location: Hatfield
Pay: £12.71 per hour

Are you a confident communicator with a passion for delivering excellent customer service? We are currently recruiting for a Customer Service Advisor to join a fast-paced and dynamic team, with the opportunity to secure a permanent position.

Key Responsibilities

- Handle a high volume of inbound and outbound customer calls professionally and efficiently
- Log, track, and update all customer interactions using a ticketing system
- Manage multiple queries at once while maintaining accuracy and quality
- Resolve customer issues at first point of contact where possible (First Call Resolution)
- Escalate complex queries to the appropriate department
- Provide clear and accurate shipment information to customers
- Maintain up-to-date and detailed customer records
- Follow company procedures, service standards, and compliance guidelines
- Work towards and achieve key performance targets


Skills & Requirements

- Excellent verbal communication and active listening skills
- Strong multitasking and time management abilities
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills with great attention to detail
- Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office, data entry, system navigation)
- Previous customer service or call centre experience preferred


Key Competencies

- Customer-focused approach
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Strong organisation and prioritisation skills
- Team player with a collaborative mindset
- Professional and confident telephone manner


Performance Metrics (KPIs)

- Average Handling Time (AHT)
- First Call Resolution (FCR)
- Call Quality Scores
- Customer Satisfaction (CSAT)
- Ticket Resolution Time


Shift Patterns & Hours

- 9-hour shifts (including 1-hour unpaid break) – Onsite role
- Mainly Monday to Friday, with flexibility to work weekends when required
- Start times between 6am – 10am (latest finish 7pm depending on shift)
- Weekend work is ad hoc and based on business needs
- Temp to perm opportunity
- Upon permanent placement:
- Shift changes to 1pm – 10pm
- Working Tuesday to Saturday


Why Apply?
Opportunity to secure a permanent role
Gain experience in a fast-paced, supportive environment
Develop valuable customer service and communication skills

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