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We have an exciting opportunity for a Contact Centre Advisor to join us!
This is a full-time, Fixed term contract for one year (Maternity Cover) with a salary of £23,706 - £25,306 per annum.
About Us
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.
Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us and we continue to rise to the challenge. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Contact Centre Advisor to join our Customer Service team.
The Role
As a contact centre advisor and part of the contact centre team reporting to one of the supervisors, you will be responsible for answering phone calls on a complete range of council services and digital interactions from residents. You will be working in a highly pressurised and at times challenging environment; you will be our first point of contact for our residents and must be able to communicate in a clear and friendly manner.
Your Role Will Involve
* Dealing with residents on the phone
* Logging and resolving and escalating all enquiries
* Digital interaction with residents by e-mail, etc.
What We Are Looking For
Ideally, you will have worked in a customer service environment and will be educated to GCSE level/NVQ Customer Care level 2 standard, or equivalent, with excellent communication and IT skills. Self‑motivated, professional, friendly, enthusiastic, customer‑focused individuals are needed to join our highly motivated and friendly team.
Full training will be given.
What We Offer
* 32 days annual leave
* Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work‑life balance.
* Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
* Free employee parking close to the offices.
* Give As You Earn scheme.
* Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
* Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
* Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.
If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Interview dates: 17 December 2025
If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Zoe Porter or Gail Barrons, both supervisors, on 01628 683816.
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