Insurance Partner - Sales and Service

  • Job Reference: 1311709053-2
  • Date Posted: 2 May 2024
  • Recruiter: Vermelo RPO
  • Location: Hilsea, Hampshire
  • Salary: On Application
  • Sector: Call Centre / Customer Service
  • Job Type: Permanent

Job Description

Are you an animal lover looking for an exciting opportunity in customer service? located in Lakeside, Portsmouth, we are expanding rapidly and seeking dedicated individuals with a positive attitude and a knack for customer service to join our friendly team!

Customer Service Agent - Entry Level

Starting salary: £22,308

Location: Lakeside, North Harbour, Portsmouth

Start Date: 17th June 2024

About the role

We are looking for people with a passion for animals to join our dynamic Customer Service Team at our Portsmouth Lakeside office. If you are searching for a new challenge, looking to kickstart your career in an office environment, or simply love interacting with customers and hearing about their pets, we want to hear from you.

Role responsibilities

  • Answering customer calls and queries
  • Manage the customer through the lifecycle of their insurance policy
  • Dealing with customer renewals and new business calls
  • Have an energetic approach and build rapport with customers
  • Contacting and dealing with customers via telephone and email
  • General admin
  • Liaising with veterinary practices, breeders and policyholders
  • Collating and posting of documents

About you

  • Previous customer service experience - retail and hospitality experience is also welcome
  • Happy dealing with customers via the telephone
  • Hard working and personable

Benefits:

Collaborative and fast-paced work environment

Competitive salary progression scheme

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, with the option to purchase an additional three days

Health Cash Plan

Onsite free car parking & free shuttle bus from central Portsmouth locations to the office

Modern Lakeside office featuring Wellness Wednesday and Street Food Thursdays

Employee discount and cashback scheme for shopping, dining, travel, and more

Life Assurance (4x annual salary)

Structured learning and development pathway

Employee referral program

Hours Full Time 37.5 hours per week on a 3-week rotational shift pattern:

  • Week 1: Monday to Friday 8am-4pm
  • Week 2: Monday to Friday 9am-5:30pm with a half-day on Saturday with a day off in the week in lieu
  • Week 3: Monday to Friday 12pm-8pm
  • Please note no holiday can be taken within the first 4-6 weeks of training