Position: Funeral Director
Location: Clydebank, Greater Glasgow Administration Centre
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £29,644 per annum
Overview
We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Funeral Director to join our team at the Greater Glasgow Administration Centre – Clydebank. You will oversee funeral operations and ensure every service is delivered to the highest standard, while supporting families through one of life’s most challenging moments. As a representative of both the local brand and the wider Dignity Group, you will engage with the local community and build trusted relationships.
The Role
As a Funeral Director, you will lead on the day of the funeral, coordinate teams, and manage all aspects of service delivery. You will guide families, lead colleagues, and represent Dignity’s values within your community.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and conduct funeral services in a dignified, respectful, and professional manner
* Support families with empathy and guidance throughout the funeral process
* Coordinate with arrangers, operatives, ministers/celebrants, and venues to ensure smooth execution of services
* Ensure funeral vehicles, staff, and ceremonial elements are prepared and meet required standards
* Oversee funeral logistics on the day, including timings, team direction, and venue setup
* Assist with coffin preparation, handling of the deceased, and chapel duties where required
* Provide leadership and mentoring to less experienced team members
* Support with local community engagement and promotion of the brand you represent
* Uphold health and safety, compliance, and professional standards at all times
About You
We're Looking For Someone Who
* Experienced in funeral service operations and conducting funerals
* Demonstrates excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
* Calm under pressure with a respectful, compassionate approach to service
* Physically capable of manual handling tasks, including coffin bearing
* Comfortable with direct contact with the deceased in varying circumstances
* Holds a Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
* Willing to work flexibly, including weekends and on-call duties as required
What We Offer
* A meaningful role supporting families when they need it most
* Full training and development, including Funeral Plan Consultancy
* Uniform and all necessary equipment provided
* 30 – 33 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
* Company pension, employee assistance programme, and life assurance
We are committed to supporting our people and delivering the highest standards of care. If you would like to be part of a compassionate team, we would love to hear from you.
Next Steps
If this sounds like the next step in your career and you’re ready to support families and lead with professionalism, click the apply button. A member of our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.
About Us
We are Dignity, one of the UK’s oldest and most trusted funeral providers, with over 200 years of history, 570 branches, and 46 crematoria. We operate Farewill, the country’s largest will writer and one of the UK’s top probate providers, enabling families to receive support before, during, and after a funeral. Today we are over 4,000 people across the UK, united by the goal of caring for families with compassion.
FCA Statement We are regulated by the FCA, so some roles may be subject to background checks
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion We know that diverse teams make better decisions and create a better workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and abilities. If you need accessibility adjustments, please let us know.
Note Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as direct applications from the candidate and no fees will be payable. We reserve the right to close or extend closing dates depending on application numbers; early applications are encouraged.
We reserve the right to close or extend the closing dates for positions depending on application numbers; we recommend early application.
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