Overview
Position: Funeral Director
Location: Oliver and James Funeral Directors, Abingdon
Job Type: 38.33 Hours per week
Salary: £29,644 per annum
We’re looking for an experienced and compassionate Funeral Director to oversee funeral operations and support families through one of life’s most challenging moments. As a representative of both the local brand and the wider Dignity Group, you’ll help engage with the local community and build trusted relationships.
The Role
As a Funeral Director, you’ll lead on the day of the funeral, coordinating teams and managing all aspects of service delivery. You will guide families, lead colleagues, and represent Dignity’s values within your community. You’ll help maintain our trusted presence in the local area as a representative of your branch and the wider Dignity Group.
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 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’d love to hear from you if you’re ready to join a compassionate team dedicated to delivering the highest standards of care.
Next Steps
If this sounds like the next step in your career, click the apply button. A member of our Talent Acquisition Team will guide you through the next steps.
About Us
At Dignity, we’re here for families when it matters most. With compassion, professionalism, and integrity at the heart of everything we do, we take pride in supporting people through one of life’s most difficult moments. We operate over 500 funeral homes across the UK under trusted local names and offer a personal and attentive service tailored to each family’s needs.
We’re part of the wider Dignity Group, which includes: the Crematoria and Memorials Group, Dignity Funeral Plans, and Farewill for online wills and probate services. Our goal is to provide families with continuity, care, and clarity from planning through to the funeral itself and beyond.
Regulatory and Inclusion
FCA Statement: Please note this role is subject to meeting regulatory requirements. As an FCA-regulated organisation, we adopt high standards and conduct checks during recruitment and onboarding as applicable to the role’s regulatory regime.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: Our vision is to connect with clients, colleagues, company, and communities based on our principles while celebrating differences. We aim to empower leaders to seek out new voices, understand diverse perspectives, and promote inclusion and belonging.
Notes: Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be treated as direct applications from candidates. We reserve the right to close or extend closing dates depending on application numbers; early applications are encouraged.
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