996 Sales Assistant jobs in Bury St. Edmunds

Position Overview
We're seeking a proactive, empathetic Customer Service Representative to join our team and deliver exceptional support across multiple channels—phone, email, live chat, and face-to-face. You’ll be the trusted voice of our organization, resolving inquiries, processing requests, and representing our values every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to customer inquiries with courtesy and efficiency across platforms (phone, email, chat, social media)
• Process orders, payments, and returns accurately
• Resolve complaints by identifying issues and providing clear, effective solutions
• Collaborate with internal teams to escalate technical or policy-related concerns
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and outcomes
• Aim for high first-contact resolution and consistent customer satisfaction

Essential Skills & Attributes

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong empathy, active listening, and patience
• Problem‑solving mindset and ability to stay calm under pressure
• Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office / Google Workspace
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively
• Prior customer service or retail experience favored

Work Environment

• Flexible arrangements such as in-office, remote, or hybrid setups depending on team needs
• A supportive, team-oriented culture focused on continuous improvement and quality service
• Opportunities for growth into supervisory or specialist roles with performance recognition

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/1408/95379001/52697413/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.

• Act as the first point of contact for customer enquiries via phone and email.
• Liaise between production, logistics, and warehouse teams to ensure smooth communication and order fulfilment.
• Ensure customers are kept up to date with any updates and changes.
• Sales order processing.
• Day to day office duties - responding to inbound emails, providing quotes, sending invoices and scanning/filing.
• Meeting and greeting visitors, monitoring signing in books, issuing visitors badges.

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Confidence when dealing with customers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Previous experience working within a Customer Service role.
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.

Our client is a leading supplier of heavy plant especially telehandlers and roto telehandlers across the country and they are looking to add a Customer Care Expert to their depot in Ipswich. This is a fantastic opportunity to become a key part of a fast-growing, forward-thinking company.

• Respond to a minimum of 40 phone calls per day, along with handling additional incoming customer inquiries across various channels.
• Accurately record breakdown calls, apply correct status codes, and ensure each job is assigned a clear ETA.
• Deliver clear, concise, and helpful information to customers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Coordinate with mobile fitters and third-party engineers to help minimise site delays and ensure timely service delivery.
• Manage both personal and shared inboxes, ensuring all emails are promptly actioned, categorised, and filed appropriately.
• Maintain effective communication with customers, depots, mobile technicians, and third-party service providers.
• Complete general administrative tasks and provide support as needed to the wider team.
• Escalate issues involving depots or external suppliers to the Hire and Service Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Work closely with the Mobile Controller to monitor site ETAs and follow up on updates from third-party providers.
• Address and resolve customer queries promptly and professionally via phone and email.
• Supply clients with relevant asset information upon request.
• Consistently deliver an exceptional level of customer service to both new and existing clients across all communication platforms.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a minimum Grade C (or equivalent) in GCSE English Language.
• Exceptional organisational abilities and effective negotiation skills.
• Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with others via phone, email, and in-person.
• Collaborative team player with a positive, proactive mindset and a willingness to go the extra mile.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and the wider Microsoft Office suite.
• Able to remain calm under pressure, effectively prioritise tasks, and manage a busy workload independently.
• Demonstrated experience in a customer service role is essential.
• Previous knowledge or experience within the plant hire industry is highly desirable.

• 30,000 salary
• Monday-Friday (7:30-5:00)
• Inclusion in our company bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays
• An extra day off on your birthday
• Access to a wide range of benefits, including retail discounts and a holiday buy scheme
• A fun and supportive work environment with a team that truly values what you do

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

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.

Our client is a leading supplier of heavy plant especially telehandlers and roto telehandlers across the country and they are looking to add a Customer Care Expert to their depot in Ipswich. This is a fantastic opportunity to become a key part of a fast-growing, forward-thinking company.

• Respond to a minimum of 40 phone calls per day, along with handling .

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