Funeral Arranger/administrator

2 weeks ago


Reading, United Kingdom A B Walker Full time

Funeral Arranger - Reading

Could you help families through the difficult time of making funeral arrangements, right from the first call?

A. B. Walker, a long-established, family owned and run funeral directors has a vacancy for a full-time funeral arranger based at our Reading Office.

If you are compassionate, have great communication skills and want to help others this role could be for you.

In this role you will work with families face-to-face and on the phone to help and support them with all aspects related to a funeral. From taking the first call to coordinating with third parties such as hospitals, nursing homes, crematoria, churches, cemeteries, ministers and celebrants, you will provide a sensitive and professional approach.

About you

You will need to be caring, well organised and have good customer service experience.

You should be comfortable working to deadlines and paying attention to detail to ensure that all aspects of the funeral follow the instructions and wishes received.

A positive attitude is essential as you will be part of a committed team that strives to be the best and make a difference to the community.

This role requires you to take responsibility for your own work with the support of the team.

Previous job experience is not necessary and full training will be given.

Full, clean driving license required.

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

**Salary**: From £23,000 plus benefits

Benefits include:

- 20 days holiday + bank holidays
- Day off for your birthday
- Bike to work scheme
- Access to Mental Health First Aiders
- Uniform provided
- Company pension
- Bupa cash plan

Applications from experienced funeral arrangers/ administrators are also welcome and salary will be based on experience.

**Salary**: From £23,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Private medical insurance

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person



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