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Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Customer Support Assistant work 5 days out of 7, between the hours of 7:30am - 8:30pm. Weekends and bank holidays will be required on a rota basis.
We are looking for a friendly and proactive Customer Support Assistant to be the first point of contact for our residents and guests. This role is key to ensuring residents receive outstanding service and support, helping create a positive living environment.
Responsibilities
* Provide excellent customer service to residents, guests, and university partners.
* Solve resident problems, including communicating maintenance issues to the team.
* Assist with parcels, loaning items, and running social events in partnership with universities.
* Perform checks and inspections in communal areas, including plant rooms and lifts; rotate bins in the bin store room if required.
* Assist with checking flats for hygiene and cleanliness as needed, ensuring residents enjoy a safe and comfortable living environment.
* Support the onboarding of new team members and assist with training.
* Ensure a smooth handover to Night Team colleagues.
* Work with the Maintenance and Night Teams to ensure smooth operation and resident satisfaction 24/7.
* Uphold Health & Safety and Fire Safety protocols at all times.
* A strong customer service attitude with a willingness to go above and beyond.
* Ability to handle a variety of tasks, from maintenance to event support.
* Team-oriented, with a focus on creating a positive environment for residents.
* A keen eye for detail and ability to log and communicate observations effectively.
Benefits
* Travel & Cycle to Work Loans – Helping you get to work in a way that works for you
* Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave – Supporting you through life’s most important milestone
* Health & Wellbeing Support – Comprehensive financial, mental, and physical health resources
* Recruitment Bounty – Know someone great? Get rewarded when they join
* Generous Company Pension Contributions – Supporting your future, today
* Free Eyecare Vouchers – Taking care of your vision
* Life Assurance Policy – Peace of mind for you and your loved ones
* Team Events & Staff Parties – Because we believe in celebrating together
* Long Service Awards – Recognising your dedication and loyalty
* Employee Assistance Programme – Free, confidential support when you need it
* Training & Development Programme – Helping you grow your skills and career
* Perkbox Discounts – Everyday savings on the things you love
* Half-Price Gym Membership – Stay active with The Gym Group
About urbanest We are located in the heart of London and operate a 24/7 business out of nine communities across the city with over 4,600 beds. We started in 2009 and are a 210+ strong team guided by our values: Integrity, Development, Energy, Achievement and Support.
Our communities offer buzzing social areas and quiet study spaces for residents, with students from top universities. We aim to enhance university life by delivering responsible, sustainable communities across London.
At urbanest we celebrate achievements and offer numerous staff benefits, including discounted gym membership, travel to work/cycle to work loans, a generous company pension contribution, access to wellbeing resources, and more. Join us to help achieve our vision of “a living and working experience better than yesterday; even better tomorrow.”
If you're ready to make an impact and be part of a dynamic, growing team, we would love to hear from you. Apply now!
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