We are thrilled to announce a major contract win with Yorkshire Water, supporting them in proactively and reactively maintaining their Wastewater Network for the next five years and beyond! We are currently recruiting for Customer Experience Partner to join our leadership team within the Yorkshire Water Wastewater Service Agreement (WwSA) Framework. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a rewarding career with Lanes Group, working closely with one of our most exciting clients and contributing to their AMP8 objectives. Working Hours & Location Hours of Work Monday to Friday 40 hours 8 – 5 Location: Bradford, Leeds Company Van provided for work use & to and from locations 24 days holiday Bank holidays About The Role To be a field-based customer liaison partner, the key purpose of this role is to deliver exceptional standards of customer service, working closely with our Operational and Customer Teams. Effectively managing all Customer interactions, enquiries and complaints. This role requires a dedicated and empathetic Customer focused approach to ensure ‘CARE’ is at the heart of everything we do. You will assist the Operational Teams by coaching and demonstrating exceptional service delivery, striving to achieve outstanding Customer Satisfaction scores and overall Customer Excellence. We are looking for someone who can manage their own workload, has strong attention to detail, ensures deadlines and outcomes are delivered to a high standard using their knowledge and skills to coach others providing reliable and practical advice. The role also includes the need to ensure the governance and control of processes and procedures to provide the necessary level of assurance to the organisation. Key Responsibilities Conducting all Customer liaison/care field-based activity. Being the Customer lead on site and ensuring our Operational Teams demonstrate our CARE and Customer Excellence approach. Analyse Customer detail and data to understand and recommend key trends for best practice and areas for improvement. To build effective and robust relationships with all stakeholders in order to promote improved outcomes for the business.To maintain professional knowledge and expertise in the area of governance and assurance across the Customer Excellence team. To provide timely reports as set out within the governance framework. To be adaptable, flexible and approachable and be able to challenge views and work practices in a credible and professional manner. Undertake independent governance and assurance checks, identifying any gaps and relevant action plans to address these. Coaching teams on site to ensure continued commitment to putting customer front and centre. Conducting Customer site visits, explaining the process and managing expectations throughout the customer journey. The key point of contact and for all Customers liaising with our Operations Teams to ensure all issues are efficiently resolved to the Customers satisfaction. Effective resolution of escalated enquiries and complaints. Delivery of training sessions and Operational ‘Tool-box’ talk sessions, to consistently drive the key themes and present our performance. Customer satisfaction reviews and recommendations, working with our Customer Team to drive exceptional Customer delivery. Manage compliance within a regulatory framework. Manage and prioritise customer related work activities in connection to revisions and changes, ensuring these are communicated in a timely and coordinated manner. Occasional out of hours support as and when required. About You You will have a Full UK driving license with no more than 4 points Previous experience in working closely with Customers (preferably within a field-based role). Able to demonstrate working to and achieving performance targets and exceptional Customer satisfaction. Able to demonstrate a flexible approach that adapts to changing business and Customer needs Ability to compile, interpret and challenge analytical data/reports. Ability to identify and focus on customers and stakeholders needs Able to plan own activities well in advance whilst being able to adapt to urgent project changes. Strong conflict resolution and adaptability skills Accuracy / Attention to detail Strong interpersonal skills Ability to manage own time effectively Why Join Lanes Group? At Lanes Group, Nothing Is More Important Than The Health, Safety, And Well-being Of Our People And Customers. As The UK’s Largest Independent Specialist Infrastructure Delivery Partner, We Have a turnover exceeding £530 million (EBITDA £45 million) Employ over 4,000 brilliant people nationwide Operate through a countrywide network of operational locations About The Lanes Group The Lanes Group are the UK’s largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions and services, we play a vital role in always maintaining the seamless operations of the nation’s water systems. Formed in 1992, our half a billion-pound turnover ensures continued expansion for market share. Our key differentiator is our 4000 staff and our resource pool that includes the most innovative fleet, plant, and equipment the market has to offer. The Lanes Group plc comprises of a range of established service providers subsidiaries, which complement the specialist service of Lanes, by both work type and geography. Increasing our overall capability, assets and offering to our customers. Lanes, Lanes I, Sapphire Utility Solutions, Clearflow, AQS, S&C Fosters. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community. Strictly no agencies please This position is open to Internal and External candidates. Any internal candidates currently employed within a division of the Lanes Group must complete an Internal Application form and submit to recruitment.