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Are you a team player with a passion for food and people? Do you thrive in a busy environment? If so, then we are looking for someone just like you to help us deliver exceptional customer experience for Defence on a part time basis, contracted to 20 hours per week.

As a Customer Services Assistant, you will contribute to a passionate and friendly team working in a fast-paced environment. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Please note: This role is contracted to 2 weeks per year

Could you bring your spark to Defence? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
li>Creating attractive food and counter displays
• Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
• Handling cash and operating the cash register
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Customer Services Assistant will:

• Have an enthusiastic can-do attitude
• Display passion for delivering excellent customer service
• Be an excellent team player
• Arrive equipped with a desire to succeed in your role
• Thrive working under pressure
• Demonstrate outstanding timekeeping and reliability
• Have a safety-first mind set
• Have experience within a similar catering-related role, but this isn't essential.

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/1408/ / /BU #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Join Our Client as an Account Executive

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and ready to transform how small businesses, freelancers, sole traders, charities, and community groups experience insurance? Adecco is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client for a dedicated Account Executive to join their dynamic team based in .

Our client's mission is simple: to make insurance easy -whether customers prefer to quote and buy online or speak directly with a friendly expert.

As an Account Executive, you'll be a key member of the broking team, acting as the first point of contact for customers. You'll provide expert advice, tailored insurance solutions, and outstanding service, helping to grow and maintain a loyal client base.

• Engage with new and existing clients to understand their unique insurance needs
• Provide bespoke insurance solutions using internal quoting systems
• Convert quotes into sales while prioritising customer satisfaction
• Handle queries, mid-term adjustments, and renewals with care and accuracy
• Collaborate with colleagues to share knowledge and support team success

• A proactive and positive team player
• Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Eager to learn and develop in the insurance industry
• Customer-focused with strong communication skills
• Tech-savvy and confident using digital tools
• Honest, empathetic, and committed to doing the right thing for the customer

• Salary: 23,500 - 30,000 per annum
• Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday) with a hybrid policy after initial probation period
• Location: Near Martlesham, Ipswich
• Culture: Supportive, collaborative, and welcoming team environment

You bring energy, empathy, and a genuine desire to help people. You're a strong communicator, a quick learner, and someone who thrives in a team that values innovation, creativity, and mutual support.

Ready to Apply?
Submit your CV and we will be in touch!

Let's make insurance easier-together.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. We are committed to inclusive recruitment and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know-we're here to support you every step of the way.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Are you looking for a new career in sales and customer service?

Do you have the drive and ambition our client is looking for to join this award winning sales and marketing organisation; they are looking to enhance their sales advisor and customer service team with independent individuals who are capable of seeking and developing new opportunities within the sales advisor and marketing industry.

Within this opportunity you will be working alongside the best sales advisors and customer service specialists in the country whilst promoting an exciting client portfolio. You will be representing iconic brands and playing a very important role in ongoing business success while developing your skills in events environments. This opportunity provides great opportunity for progression whilst also offering uncapped financial incentives.

Successful candidates will be well-presented, self-starters who are capable of demonstrating a desire to succeed in a sales advisor and customer service environment.

Successful candidates will:

Have strong communication skills and customer service skills

Be self-motivated

Have a tenacious approach to personal development

Possess a competitive sales mentality

Have an entrepreneurial mind-set

Sales advisors and Customer Service advisors will:

Approach new and potential customers on behalf of their clients

Keep up to date with relevant client product information

Understand customer trends and market traits

Provide excellent Customer Service in a professional manner

Complete Sales and relevant paperwork to a high standard

Set individual sales targets and goals to achieve

No experience is necessary although our client welcomes candidates with any previous experience in the following areas: customer service, sales representative, marketing supervisor, sales executive, direct sales, field sales, marketing executive, retail, service supervisor, call centre, call centre inbound, marketing representative, manager, bar manager, hospitality, receptionist, warehouse, marketing assistant, front of house, direct marketing, sales assistant, and any other customer service or sales role. No previous sales and customer service experience is required but are an advantage for this self employed, commission only plus incentives role as their established coaching system and driven team are ready to coach you in all aspects of their business through their daily coaching syllabus, 'Cycle of Development'.

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Temporary Customer Service Administrator - Chelmsford Outskirts - 12.21ph

We're working with a client based on the outskirts of Chelmsford who is looking for a Temporary Customer Service Administrator to join their young, dynamic team. This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, starting ASAP and continuing through until Christmas.

Due to the location, you must be a driver , as the site is not accessible via public transport.

• Handling incoming calls and email enquiries from customers
• Providing administrative support across departments
• Updating internal databases and Excel spreadsheets
• Drafting letters and monitoring ticket responses
• Assisting colleagues with day-to-day office tasks

• Has previous customer service or administrative experience
• Communicates confidently both over the phone and in writing
• Maintains high levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Works well under pressure and thrives in a busy environment

If this sounds like the right role for you, please apply with your CV and Laura will be in touch. #officejobs

Job type: Permanent, Full time

Hours : 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08.30 - 5.00

Benefits: 30 days per annum rising to 23/25 days on length of service including bank holidays, Employee referral scheme, discount on vehicle hire, Specsavers Eye care vouchers, Perkbox benefits and discounts with selected automotive companies.

Company Overview:

VMS (Fleet Management) Ltd is part of the fast growing VMS Automotive Group offering a range of services comprising of Contract Hire & Fleet Management, Accident Management as well as offering Maintenance Services from our inhouse workshops and a leading provider of transport refrigeration systems, air conditioning solutions and converting panel vans into commercial, refrigerated vehicles.  VMS Automotive operate nationwide with workshops and vehicle hire sites throughout the UK with our Head Office based in Stevenage and our Operations centre based in Bury St Edmunds.

We are now actively seeking Customer Service Advisors to be part of our growing team and join a company that continues to expand across the UK.

Responsibilities:

• p>To take incoming calls from our customers in a timely manner

• Manage vehicle defects through the repair process, recording and updating all necessary information and systems

• Ensuring our customers are updated throughout the repair process maintaining a professional manner at all times

• Deal with ongoing vehicle repairs and updating all relevant systems correctly

• Manage all vehicle repairs via telephone and email

• To co-ordinate and escalate repair times with the Team Leader/Operations Manager

• Ensure all daily workload is completed

• Additional Ad-Hoc roles as required by the business.

Personal Qualities:

• Self-Motivated and strive to be the best and succeed in all you do - service level targets inspire you

• A natural communicator, building rapport with our customers to fully understand their needs

• Fast learner and inquisitive

• Passionate about helping others - be it customers or colleagues

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Able to deal with ambiguity and change whilst maintaining the tenacity and perseverance required to achieve the required objectives

• Adhere to agreed priorities, procedures and processes

• Able to work to challenging deadlines

• Strong customer focus and service skills

• Team player

If invited to interview, you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK

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• Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications.
• Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus.
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
• 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days.
• Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts.
• Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme.
• Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave.
• Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access.