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We are currently recruiting a pool of candidates for anticipated intakes over the next 6-12 months. As a Contact Centre Adviser, you’ll be the first point of contact for people of Stevenage needing help, advice and access to a wide range of Council Services. From Housing to Council Tax queries, missed bins to emergency repairs, no two days are ever the same. Primarily a telephony-based role, you’ll receive full training and ongoing support to help you build the skills needed to navigate complex systems, offer accurate information, and deliver excellent service, even under pressure. Some calls will be routine, others urgent or emotionally challenging. Either way, your empathy, patience and professionalism will help you resolve issues and leave our customers feeling heard, helped and respected.
Job Responsibility
Be the first point of contact for people of Stevenage needing help, advice and access to a wide range of Council Services
handle queries from Housing to Council Tax, missed bins to emergency repairs
provide accurate information and deliver excellent service, even under pressure
resolve issues with empathy, patience and professionalism
Requirements
Previous experience in a customer-facing or call centre environment is essential
confident in using a range of systems and inputting information with accuracy and speed
excellent communication skills
attention to detail
ability to work independently and as part of a team
ability to stay calm under pressure
adapt quickly to changing demands
remain focussed on providing excellent customer service
What we offer
Competitive salary
Pension Scheme (career average, lump sum and pension for dependants)
Flexible working (available upon request, subject to operational requirements)
Part time and Job share opportunities
Variety of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency, planned, maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave
25 days holiday rising to 31 days
Learning and development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential advice and support)
Season ticket loans and discounts for public transport
Cycle to Work scheme
Stevenage Credit Union (secure savings, free life insurance, access to cheap loans)