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As part of Places for People Group, Derwent FM are experts in providing facilities management solutions for university campus buildings and student accommodation.
Our service is focused on our partnership approach with our clients and the student experience.
So, what are you waiting for? Join a Community that cares about you!
More about the role
We are looking to recruit a Customer Service Advisor on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for the delivery of outstanding customer service, providing an exceptional meet & greet service as well as supporting Back of House functions such as parcel delivery and contractor liaising. You will also be asked to assist with organising events.
Each team member is willing to learn about other roles within the team and assist each other with workload. We are constantly looking at ways to improve our service and suggestions for improvement are welcomed.
This role is based at Gloucester, Pittville Student Village, Albert Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 3JG.
The working hours are
Sunday and Monday 7.45am – 6pm
Tuesday 11am – 6pm
Wednesday and Thursday 12.15pm – 6pm
For a full list of role duties please download the Job Profile
At Places for People, we are committed to a safe working place so a basic DBS check is mandatory.
More about you
A ‘can do' attitude and good attention to detail are required. The role will require high levels of customer service with efficient and effective planning. It is important to be able to have a direct, calm and professional manner.
The successful candidate will have:
1. Experience in a similar role (Receptionist or customer service experience),
2. Worked with IT packages such as MS Word, Excel,
3. Excellent communication skills.
Benefits
We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.
4. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:
5. Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
6. Training and development
7. Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.